1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1991 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 17 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 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 470 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, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (156 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Camaro 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 | 1991 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Giulia | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 5001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 94.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 59 L |
