1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2002 Rover 25
To start off, 2002 Rover 25 is newer by 29 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Rover 25 (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 28 kg more than 2002 Rover 25.
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, 2002 Rover 25, 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, 2002 Rover 25 (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2002 Rover 25 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 | 2002 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | Giulia | 25 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |
