1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1988 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1988 Ford Mustang is newer by 14 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 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Mustang (89 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Mustang weights approximately 206 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, 1988 Ford Mustang (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Mustang 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 | 1988 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Giulia | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |
