1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2010 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tundra is newer by 38 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tundra (381 HP) has 300 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 634 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.
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, 2010 Toyota Tundra (545 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 2010 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia has manual transmission. 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2010 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Giulia | Tundra |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 381 HP |
Torque | 104 Nm | 545 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 100 L |