1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1962 Fiat 1300
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 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Fiat 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 50 kg more than 1962 Fiat 1300. 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (190 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1962 Fiat 1300 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Giulia | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 37 L |
