1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1987 Alfa Romeo 75
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 21 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 240 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 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 | 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Giulia | 75 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |
