1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1988 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1988 Toyota Model F is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 76 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Model F weights approximately 300 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
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, 1988 Toyota Model F (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (103 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Model F will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 1988 Toyota Model F has automatic transmission and 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia has manual transmission. 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1988 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Giulia | Model F |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2240 mm |
