1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2000 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2000 Porsche Boxster 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 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Boxster (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 260 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Porsche Boxster (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (103 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2000 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | Giulia | Boxster |
Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |