1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2004 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2004 GMC Yukon is newer by 40 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Yukon (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon 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, 2004 GMC Yukon (442 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Yukon 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 | 2004 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | Giulia | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2880 mm |
