1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2006 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2006 Subaru Baja is newer by 34 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 2,458 cc, 2006 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Baja (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Baja weights approximately 490 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 2006 Subaru Baja 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, 2006 Subaru Baja 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, 2006 Subaru Baja (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Baja 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 | 2006 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | Giulia | Baja |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 64 L |
