1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Porsche Boxster 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Boxster (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 305 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, 2007 Porsche Boxster (321 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 2007 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 2007 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia has manual transmission. 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | Giulia | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 64 L |
