1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2003 Vauxhall Signum
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Signum is newer by 38 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (168 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Signum. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Signum weights approximately 820 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, 2003 Vauxhall Signum, 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, both vehicles can yield 220 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2003 Vauxhall Signum | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Vauxhall |
| Model | Giulia | Signum |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2840 mm |
