1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1965 Austin A 40
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,569 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 260 kg more than 1965 Austin A 40. 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 (156 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1965 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | Giulia | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 29 L |
