1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1985 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 1985 Hyundai Pony is newer by 20 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Hyundai Pony is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1985 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 80 kg more than 1985 Hyundai Pony. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Hyundai Pony, 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, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (114 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1985 Hyundai Pony | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
Model | Giulia | Pony |
Year Released | 1965 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2390 mm |