1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 31 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (191 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 674 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer 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 | 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Giulia | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 72 L |
