1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1997 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1997 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 23 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 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP) has 201 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 127 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, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara 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 | 1997 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | De Tomaso |
Model | Giulia | Guara |
Year Released | 1974 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 282 HP |
Torque | 105 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |