1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1950 Ferrari 125 F1
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ferrari 125 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 would be higher. At 1,500 cc (12 cylinders), 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 300 kg more than 1950 Ferrari 125 F1.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | Giulia | 125 F1 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2170 mm |
