1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 840 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Xedos 9 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 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Xedos |
| Model | Giulia | 9 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2760 mm |
