1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 128 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 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, 2006 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2006 Toyota Corolla (166 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Giulia | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |
