1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1989 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1989 Vauxhall Astra 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 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (163 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 200 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, 1989 Vauxhall Astra, 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. (85 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1989 Vauxhall Astra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Vauxhall |
Model | Giulia | Astra |
Year Released | 1966 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |