1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1994 Ford Tracer
To start off, 1994 Ford Tracer is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia (82 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1994 Ford Tracer. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 83 kg more than 1994 Ford Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Ford Tracer, 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, 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Tracer. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1994 Ford Tracer | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Giulia | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
