1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1731 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 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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. 2013 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Giulia | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2721 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1955 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 100 L |
