1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1992 Saab 900
To start off, 1992 Saab 900 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Saab 900 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Saab 900 weights approximately 557 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 Saab 900, 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 Saab 900 (180 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Saab 900 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 | 1992 Saab 900 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Saab |
Model | Giulia | 900 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1302 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2530 mm |