1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Boxter weights approximately 700 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Porsche Boxter (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | Giulia | Boxter |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 262 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2475 mm |
