1968 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia
To start off, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 360 kg more than 1965 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Spider | Giulia |
Year Released | 1968 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 52 L |