1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 24 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 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 628 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, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera (452 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera 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 | 1990 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | De Tomaso |
| Model | Giulia | Pantera |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 5761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 102 L |
