1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1973 Chrysler Charger
To start off, 1973 Chrysler Charger is newer by 7 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 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Charger (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 408 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, 1973 Chrysler Charger (486 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger 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 | 1973 Chrysler Charger | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
| Model | Giulia | Charger |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 5899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 486 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2680 mm |
