1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (163 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 708 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1966 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 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2004 Toyota Corolla (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Giulia | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
