1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1962 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Toyota Crown weights approximately 283 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Toyota Crown (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1962 Toyota Crown 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 | 1962 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Giulia | Crown |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 75 L |
