1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1972 Fiat 124
To start off, both 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia and 1972 Fiat 124 were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia (81 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 120 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124. 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, 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1972 Fiat 124 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | Giulia | 124 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 60 HP |
Torque | 104 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 38 L |