1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1983 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 18 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 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 701 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer (197 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 1983 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia has manual transmission. 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1983 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | Giulia | Blazer |
Year Released | 1965 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2560 mm |