1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1963 BMW 1800
To start off, 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 1,766 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 BMW 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 BMW 1800 (90 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1963 BMW 1800 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 BMW 1800 weights approximately 52 kg more than 1971 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, 1963 BMW 1800 (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1963 BMW 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1963 BMW 1800 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Giulia | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 54 L |
