1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1979 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1979 Toyota Mark II is newer by 5 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Mark II (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 190 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (190 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1979 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Giulia | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2590 mm |
