1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1980 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1980 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 270 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1980 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia (190 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1980 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Giulia | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2030 mm |
