1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 45 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C5 (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 555 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, 2011 Citroen C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C5 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 | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | Giulia | C5 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1527 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |