1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 2,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (161 HP) has 108 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 885 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.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Giulia | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 87 L |
