1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1961 Aston Martin DB4
To start off, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,668 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 378 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (320 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 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 | 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
| Model | Giulia | DB4 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 86 L |
