1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 33 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (114 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1000 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (271 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Giulia | Viano |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 75 L |
