1989 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (168 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ weights approximately 630 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ (245 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (220 Nm). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ | 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | SZ | Giulia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 1568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |
