1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2009 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2009 Toyota iQ is newer by 45 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 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Toyota iQ. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 110 kg more than 2009 Toyota iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota iQ, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota iQ. (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2009 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Giulia | iQ |
Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1329 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 2985 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 32 L |