1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2004 Noble M12
To start off, 2004 Noble M12 is newer by 39 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Noble M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (168 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Noble M12 weights approximately 420 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, 2004 Noble M12 (486 Nm) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Noble M12 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 | 2004 Noble M12 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Noble |
Model | Giulia | M12 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 486 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2440 mm |