1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1973 Datsun Laurel
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Datsun Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Datsun Laurel would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Datsun Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Datsun Laurel (124 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Datsun Laurel should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Datsun Laurel weights approximately 755 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, 1973 Datsun Laurel (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (156 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Datsun Laurel 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 | 1973 Datsun Laurel | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Datsun |
| Model | Giulia | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |
