1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP) has 82 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 282 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Spider | Giulia |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 46 L |
