1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2004 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Vectra is newer by 40 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Vectra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 515 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, 2004 Vauxhall Vectra, 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, 2004 Vauxhall Vectra (321 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Vectra 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 | 2004 Vauxhall Vectra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Vauxhall |
Model | Giulia | Vectra |
Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1510 mm |