1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1994 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 1994 Hyundai Accent is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Hyundai Accent (83 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 115 kg more than 1994 Hyundai Accent.
Because 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Accent, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Hyundai Accent (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1994 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1994 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
Model | Giulia | Accent |
Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 83 HP |
Torque | 104 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 71.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |