1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 34 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster 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, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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 | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Giulia | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 361 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 79 L |