1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2011 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 40 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A4 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 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, 2011 Audi A4 (349 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 2011 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 2011 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia has manual transmission. 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2011 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Giulia | A4 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 64 L |
