1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2012 Fiat Sedici
To start off, 2012 Fiat Sedici 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Sedici is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Sedici (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Sedici should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Sedici weights approximately 265 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 Fiat Sedici 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, 2012 Fiat Sedici 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia (190 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Sedici. (145 Nm). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Sedici.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2012 Fiat Sedici | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Giulia | Sedici |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |
