1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2003 Vauxhall Meriva
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Meriva is newer by 29 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Meriva weights approximately 310 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Meriva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (190 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Meriva. (165 Nm). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2003 Vauxhall Meriva | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Vauxhall |
| Model | Giulia | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |
