1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2007 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 38 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Canyon (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1415 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon 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, 2007 GMC Canyon (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (136 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon 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 | 2007 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | Giulia | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 72 L |
