1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1989 Audi 100
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 24 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 1,992 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (168 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
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, 1989 Audi 100, 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 (220 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (175 Nm). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1989 Audi 100 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Giulia | 100 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2700 mm |
