1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2006 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 27 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 773 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2006 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Giulia | Panda |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1240 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 30 L |
