1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1957 Allard GT
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Allard GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Allard GT would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Allard GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Allard GT (210 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Allard GT should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Allard GT weights approximately 100 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1957 Allard GT (289 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 1957 Allard GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1957 Allard GT | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Allard |
| Model | Giulia | GT |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 90 L |
