1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1974 Fiat 126
To start off, 1974 Fiat 126 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 420 kg more than 1974 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia (103 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1974 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Giulia | 126 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 20 L |
