1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2012 Audi RS5
To start off, 2012 Audi RS5 is newer by 43 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi RS5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi RS5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi RS5 should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi RS5 weights approximately 750 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 2012 Audi RS5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi RS5 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, 2012 Audi RS5 (440 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 2012 Audi RS5 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 | 2012 Audi RS5 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | Giulia | RS5 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 354 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 440 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4625 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 63 L |