1966 AC Cobra vs. 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia
To start off, 1966 AC Cobra 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 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 AC Cobra (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 AC Cobra weights approximately 177 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 AC Cobra (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 518 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 AC Cobra | 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Cobra | Giulia |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 1569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 52 L |
