1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1967 Saab 99
To start off, 1967 Saab 99 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,708 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Saab 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1967 Saab 99. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1967 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Saab 99 weights approximately 98 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Saab 99. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1967 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Saab |
| Model | Giulia | 99 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1708 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 54 L |
