1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1994 Daihatsu Applause
To start off, 1994 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 25 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Daihatsu Applause (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 70 kg more than 1994 Daihatsu Applause.
Because 1969 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 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Daihatsu Applause, 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, 1994 Daihatsu Applause (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (103 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1994 Daihatsu Applause | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
Model | Giulia | Applause |
Year Released | 1969 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 87.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 43 L |