1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 512 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 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touran, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Volkswagen Touran (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (136 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 2007 Volkswagen Touran 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 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Giulia | Touran |
Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1522 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |