1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1962 BMW 1500
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1500 would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 BMW 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1962 BMW 1500. (80 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 BMW 1500 weights approximately 33 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (190 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1500. (118 Nm). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1962 BMW 1500 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Giulia | 1500 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 118 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |