1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1996 Opel Astra
To start off, 1996 Opel Astra 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1996 Opel Astra. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Astra weights approximately 405 kg more 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, 1996 Opel Astra, 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, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Astra. (128 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1996 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Giulia | Astra |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2620 mm |
