1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1973 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (168 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 955 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro (379 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (220 Nm). This means 1973 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1973 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Giulia | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2760 mm |
