1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (277 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
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 Porsche 911 (385 Nm) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (136 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 911 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 | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | Giulia | 911 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2360 mm |
