1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1963 Rover P6
To start off, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover P6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover P6 would be higher. At 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Rover P6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (125 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1963 Rover P6. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1963 Rover P6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover P6 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
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, 1963 Rover P6 (153 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (149 Nm). This means 1963 Rover P6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1963 Rover P6 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
Model | Giulietta | P6 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1355 cc | 1978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 153 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |