1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1996 Fiat Palio
To start off, 1996 Fiat Palio is newer by 30 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Palio. (92 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Palio weights approximately 3 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1996 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Giulia | Palio |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 48 L |
