1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1000 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 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Giulia | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 87 L |
