1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2006 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 32 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1212 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (354 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express 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 | 2006 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Giulia | Express |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 2222 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 117 L |
