1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1973 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 1973 Triumph Toledo is newer by 10 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 1,569 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 85 kg more than 1973 Triumph Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Toledo. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1973 Triumph Toledo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
| Model | Giulia | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 63 L |
