1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 40 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 630 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Giulia | C |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 66 L |
