1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (163 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 513 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Opel Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (168 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Giulia | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1143 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
