1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1968 MG MGB
To start off, 1968 MG MGB is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 MG MGB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1968 MG MGB. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1968 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 90 kg more than 1968 MG MGB. 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, 1968 MG MGB (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 MG MGB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1968 MG MGB | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | MG |
Model | Giulia | MGB |
Year Released | 1964 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2320 mm |