1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2000 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2000 Toyota Celica is newer by 27 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Celica. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Celica weights approximately 562 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 2000 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Celica 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, 2000 Toyota Celica (622 Nm) has 518 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Celica 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 | 2000 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Giulia | Celica |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 622 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 87 L |
