1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2000 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 28 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 801 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2000 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Rexton 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 | 2000 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
Model | Giulia | Rexton |
Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 118 HP |
Torque | 104 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 89.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1851 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |