1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1974 Austin 1800
To start off, both 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia and 1974 Austin 1800 were released in the same year (1974). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Austin 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1974 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1974 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Austin 1800 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Austin 1800, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (156 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Austin 1800. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1974 Austin 1800 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
Model | Giulia | 1800 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1569 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 49 L |