1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 42 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 870 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 2008 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 2008 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia has manual transmission. 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
Model | Giulia | Korando |
Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |