1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1994 Saab 900
To start off, 1994 Saab 900 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Saab 900 (168 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Saab 900 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Saab 900 (227 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1994 Saab 900 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Saab |
Model | Giulia | 900 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 227 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 81.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2530 mm |