1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1998 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 24 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP) has 137 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 460 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, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Giulia | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2570 mm |
