1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 31 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 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (435 HP) has 320 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 442 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (576 Nm) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (142 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro 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 | 1996 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Giulia | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 435 HP |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 276 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2570 mm |
