1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2009 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 44 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (168 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 763 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 2009 Jeep Compass 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, 2009 Jeep Compass 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, 2009 Jeep Compass (224 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (220 Nm). This means 2009 Jeep Compass 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 | 2009 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | Giulia | Compass |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 51 L |
