1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1978 ZIL 117
To start off, 1978 ZIL 117 is newer by 12 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 6,958 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 ZIL 117 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1978 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, 1978 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 ZIL 117 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 | 1978 ZIL 117 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | ZIL |
Model | Giulia | 117 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 6958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 2950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3310 mm |