1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1978 Toyota Corsa 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 1,760 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Corsa (68 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Corsa 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 315 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Corsa (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Corsa 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 | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Giulia | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 68 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
