1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 47 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (168 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 825 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 2012 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (220 Nm). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza 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 | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | Giulia | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 64 L |
