1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2006 Audi A6
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 40 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. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 570 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.
Because 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 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 | 2006 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Giulia | A6 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |
