1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1988 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1988 Pontiac Firebird 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 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Firebird (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Pontiac Firebird (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Firebird 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 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Pontiac |
| Model | Giulia | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
