1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1965 Fiat Coupe
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 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,277 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Fiat Coupe (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 210 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Fiat Coupe (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (156 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1965 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1965 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Giulia | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 2277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 38 L |
