1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1968 Chevrolet Nova
To start off, 1968 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 2 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (109 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 420 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, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova 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 | 1968 Chevrolet Nova | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Giulia | Nova |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 4097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 98.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2830 mm |
