1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2002 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 37 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Astro (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 980 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, 2002 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Astro 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 | 2002 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Giulia | Astro |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 117 L |
