1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2001 GMC Safari
To start off, 2001 GMC Safari is newer by 27 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Safari (187 HP) has 106 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Safari weights approximately 907 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, 2001 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 2001 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia has manual transmission. 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2001 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | Giulia | Safari |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 98 L |
