1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1989 Ferrari 348
To start off, 1989 Ferrari 348 is newer by 23 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 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 493 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, 1989 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 348 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 | 1989 Ferrari 348 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | Giulia | 348 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 96 L |
