1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1989 Chrysler Conquest
To start off, 1989 Chrysler Conquest 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 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Chrysler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chrysler Conquest (186 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chrysler Conquest weights approximately 355 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 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 Chrysler Conquest, 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, 1989 Chrysler Conquest (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Chrysler Conquest 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 | 1989 Chrysler Conquest | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
| Model | Giulia | Conquest |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2450 mm |
