In 1962, Alfa Romeo launched its new Giulia saloon but was unable to break away from the Giulietta Sprint and Spider which were scheduled to retire.

The Milanese firm therefore decided to extend their existence for a few more years by equipping them with a new engine capacity and giving them the sweet name of "Giulia".

This is how Alfa achieved the perfect compromise between the more advanced and powerful mechanics of the Giulia and the classic lines of the Giulietta.

On 27 June 1962, Alfa Romeo presented the Giulia 1600 Sprint and Spider at the Monza racetrack, equipped with a 1,570cc engine developing 91bhp at 6,200rpm and a 5-speed gearbox which enabled the coupé to reach a top speed of 172 km/h, a great achievement at the time.

To differentiate the Giullietta from the Giulia, 1600 monograms were placed on the boot lid and the front wings and the side turn signals were now rectangular.

Inside, the dashboard was redesigned with leatherette, new heating controls, the steering wh...