1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1992 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 26 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 4,291 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 923 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, 1992 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Astro 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 | 1992 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Giulia | Astro |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 4291 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2830 mm |
