1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1984 Audi Quattro
To start off, 1984 Audi Quattro is newer by 19 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi Quattro (180 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (168 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi Quattro weights approximately 666 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.
Because 1984 Audi Quattro 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, 1984 Audi Quattro 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, 1984 Audi Quattro (251 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (220 Nm). This means 1984 Audi Quattro 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 | 1984 Audi Quattro | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Giulia | Quattro |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2690 mm |
