1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1994 Rover 400
To start off, 1994 Rover 400 is newer by 29 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 400 (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 400 should accelerate faster 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, 1994 Rover 400, 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, 1994 Rover 400 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 400 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 | 1994 Rover 400 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
Model | Giulia | 400 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2560 mm |