1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2011 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2011 Toyota Venza is newer by 38 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Venza (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Venza weights approximately 658 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, 2011 Toyota Venza, 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, 2011 Toyota Venza (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 2011 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia has manual transmission. 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2011 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Giulia | Venza |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 67 L |
