1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 (118 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Giulia | 220 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |