1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1999 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1999 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 26 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Plymouth Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 752 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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, 1999 Plymouth Voyager, 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, 1999 Plymouth Voyager (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1999 Plymouth Voyager 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 | 1999 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Plymouth |
Model | Giulia | Voyager |
Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2880 mm |