1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1961 Fiat 1100
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 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 102 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1100. 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 Alfa Romeo Giulia (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1961 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Giulia | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 57 L |
