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 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 225 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (190 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
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 | 1570 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
