1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 43 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (168 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1235 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 2008 SsangYong Korando 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, 2008 SsangYong Korando 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, 2008 SsangYong Korando (257 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (220 Nm). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando 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 | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
| Model | Giulia | Korando |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
