1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1983 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1983 Opel Ascona is newer by 17 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 89 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Ascona weights approximately 290 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1983 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Giulia | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
