1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1970 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 1970 Chrysler Newport is newer by 4 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler Newport (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 943 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, 1970 Chrysler Newport (388 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Newport 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 | 1970 Chrysler Newport | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
| Model | Giulia | Newport |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |
