1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1967 Opel Record
To start off, 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Record would be higher. At 2,511 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Record is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Record (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Record should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
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, 1967 Opel Record (152 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 Nm). This means 1967 Opel Record will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1967 Opel Record | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Giulia | Record |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
