1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1992 Chevrolet APV
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet APV is newer by 27 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet APV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet APV (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet APV should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 845 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, 1992 Chevrolet APV, 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, 1992 Chevrolet APV (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet APV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 1992 Chevrolet APV 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. 1992 Chevrolet APV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1992 Chevrolet APV | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Giulia | APV |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2800 mm |
