1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2009 Citroen C6
To start off, 2009 Citroen C6 is newer by 43 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C6 (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C6 weights approximately 898 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, 2009 Citroen C6 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C6 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 | 2009 Citroen C6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Giulia | C6 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |
