2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon vs. 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (129 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon weights approximately 890 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon | 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Crosswagon | Giulia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1520 mm |
