1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2009 Opel Insignia 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 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Insignia (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Opel Insignia, 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, 2009 Opel Insignia (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Insignia 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 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Giulia | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2737 mm |
