1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon is newer by 40 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (168 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon weights approximately 900 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon (300 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon 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 | 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Giulia | Crosswagon |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.4:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
