1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2004 Chevrolet Tracker
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 32 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 298 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
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 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2004 Chevrolet Tracker | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Giulia | Tracker |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 61 L |
