1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2005 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2005 Toyota Aygo 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (81 HP) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 184 kg more than 2005 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Toyota Aygo, 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2005 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Giulia | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 35 L |
