1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1964 Fiat 500
To start off, 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 502 kg more than 1964 Fiat 500. 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, 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1964 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Giulia | 500 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 1950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 38 L |
