1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2000 Pontiac Piranha
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Piranha is newer by 34 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Piranha is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Piranha (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Piranha should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Piranha weights approximately 568 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, 2000 Pontiac Piranha (203 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm). This means 2000 Pontiac Piranha 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 | 2000 Pontiac Piranha | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Pontiac |
| Model | Giulia | Piranha |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2670 mm |
