1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1985 Alfa Romeo 75
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 11 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 150 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.
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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 (214 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 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 | 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Giulia | 75 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 68.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 49 L |
