1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2010 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2010 Jeep Compass is newer by 44 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Compass (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
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, 2010 Jeep Compass, 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, 2010 Jeep Compass (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Compass 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 | 2010 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | Giulia | Compass |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1656 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 51 L |
