1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1995 Audi A4
To start off, 1995 Audi A4 is newer by 21 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 2,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi A4 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A4 weights approximately 245 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.
Because 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Audi A4 (225 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 1995 Audi A4 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 | 1995 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Giulia | A4 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
