1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1981 Toyota Celica is newer by 16 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 2,562 cc, 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (168 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 550 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (220 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Giulia | Celica |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 2562 cc |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2640 mm |
