1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2010 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 41 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 (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 100 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, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto, 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 (190 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. (115 Nm). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2010 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Giulia | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |
