1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1968 Fiat 124
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 124. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 70 kg more than 1968 Fiat 124. 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (190 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 124. (112 Nm). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1968 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Giulia | 124 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 44 L |
