1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1982 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 308 is newer by 16 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 2,855 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 303 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, 1982 Ferrari 308 (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 308 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 | 1982 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | Giulia | 308 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 74 L |
