1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2004 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2004 Toyota Camry is newer by 30 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Camry (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 96 kg more than 2004 Toyota Camry.
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, 2004 Toyota Camry, 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, 2004 Toyota Camry (220 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Camry 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 | 2004 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Giulia | Camry |
Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 944 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |