1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (383 Nm) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (142 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Giulia | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 79 L |
