1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2012 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2012 Toyota Avensis is newer by 48 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 414 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 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, 2012 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2012 Toyota Avensis (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Avensis 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 | 2012 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Giulia | Avensis |
Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1384 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |