1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2006 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Sonata 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. At 2,657 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Sonata (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 714 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, 2006 Hyundai Sonata (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Sonata 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 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
Model | Giulia | Sonata |
Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2657 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |