1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1978 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1978 Isuzu Florian is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Isuzu Florian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1978 Isuzu Florian. (98 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1978 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Isuzu Florian weights approximately 15 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1978 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Isuzu |
| Model | Giulia | Florian |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
