1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2000 Opel Astra
To start off, 2000 Opel Astra is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Astra weights approximately 170 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1969 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 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Opel Astra, 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia (136 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Astra. (127 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2000 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Giulia | Astra |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
