1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2006 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2006 Fiat Croma is newer by 41 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Croma 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.
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, 2006 Fiat Croma, 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, 2006 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 2006 Fiat Croma has automatic transmission and 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia has manual transmission. 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Fiat Croma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2006 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Giulia | Croma |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 62 L |
