1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1996 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1996 TVR Chimaera 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 TVR Chimaera (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 TVR Chimaera weights approximately 15 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, 1996 TVR Chimaera (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (136 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 TVR Chimaera 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 | 1996 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | TVR |
| Model | Giulia | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 57 L |
