1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2006 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Spark 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 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (65 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Spark weights approximately 38 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
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, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (190 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2006 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Giulia | Spark |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 65 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 35 L |
