1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1996 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 32 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Sonata. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 290 kg more than 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
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, 1996 Hyundai Sonata, 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, 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Sonata. (132 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1996 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | Giulia | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
