1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1996 Ford Aspire
To start off, 1996 Ford Aspire is newer by 22 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 1,760 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Aspire (63 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Aspire should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 200 kg more than 1996 Ford Aspire.
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, 1996 Ford Aspire, 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Aspire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1996 Ford Aspire | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Giulia | Aspire |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 37 L |
