1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato
To start off, 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 16 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 780 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, 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (534 Nm) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato 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 | 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
Model | Giulia | V8 Zagato |
Year Released | 1974 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 432 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 534 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 113 L |