1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2005 Saturn ION
To start off, 2005 Saturn ION 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (168 HP) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Saturn ION. (140 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn ION weights approximately 614 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, 2005 Saturn ION, 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, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (220 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn ION. (197 Nm). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2005 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Saturn |
| Model | Giulia | ION |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 49 L |
