1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2005 MG TF
To start off, 2005 MG TF 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG TF (115 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG TF weights approximately 160 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, 2005 MG TF (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (136 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 MG TF 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 MG TF | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | MG |
| Model | Giulia | TF |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 190 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 Weight | 1010 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |
