1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1973 Fiat 128
To start off, 1973 Fiat 128 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 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (163 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 128 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1973 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Giulia | 128 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
