1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando 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 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (148 HP) has 67 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 792 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 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 2005 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia has manual transmission. 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
Model | Giulia | Korando |
Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 105 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.4 mm |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |