1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (168 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 560 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 Toyota Corolla, 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Giulia | Corolla |
Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 150 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |