1966 Abarth 595 vs. 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia
To start off, 1966 Abarth 595 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,569 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1966 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 500 kg more than 1966 Abarth 595. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Abarth 595 | 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 595 | Giulia |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 1569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 52 L |
