1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 45 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 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (168 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. (134 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 2202 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A, 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. (185 Nm). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2010 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Giulia | A |
Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 2034 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 185 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 2832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |