1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2004 Opel Vectra is newer by 35 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Vectra (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 613 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.
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, 2004 Opel Vectra, 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, 2004 Opel Vectra (370 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 2004 Opel Vectra 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 | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Giulia | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 61 L |
