1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK is newer by 42 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK weights approximately 855 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.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK (370 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Giulia | GLK |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4536 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2016 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2755 mm |
