1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2009 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai i30 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 331 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, 2009 Hyundai i30, 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (190 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i30. (186 Nm). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2009 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
Model | Giulia | i30 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 186 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1371 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 53 L |