1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 40 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Forester (145 HP) has 64 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 500 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 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester 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, 2012 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester 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 | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
Model | Giulia | Forester |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 145 HP |
Torque | 104 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 64 L |