1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2009 Audi A4
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 35 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 640 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 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Audi A4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (136 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 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 | 2009 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Giulia | A4 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2820 mm |
