1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1970 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 411 would be higher. At 1,760 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Volkswagen 411 (80 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Volkswagen 411 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 35 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen 411.
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, 1970 Volkswagen 411 (131 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1970 Volkswagen 411 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 | 1970 Volkswagen 411 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Giulia | 411 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |
