1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1960 Ginetta G4
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ginetta G4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ginetta G4 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1960 Ginetta G4. (39 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1960 Ginetta G4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 565 kg more than 1960 Ginetta G4. 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ginetta G4. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ginetta G4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1960 Ginetta G4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ginetta |
| Model | Giulia | G4 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 23 L |
