1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 840 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 2009 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 2009 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 2009 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia has manual transmission. 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
| Model | Giulia | Korando |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |
