1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1952 Fiat 1900
To start off, 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 127 kg more than 1973 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, 1952 Fiat 1900 (131 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1952 Fiat 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1952 Fiat 1900 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Giulia | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 35 L |
