1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2000 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2000 Porsche Boxster 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Boxster (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Porsche Boxster (335 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (142 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Boxster 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 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | Giulia | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 265 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2420 mm |
