1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1988 Citroen CX
To start off, 1988 Citroen CX is newer by 22 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 105 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 253 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Citroen CX (160 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen CX 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 | 1988 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Giulia | CX |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
