1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 845 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 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (156 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
Model | Giulia | Korando |
Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1569 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |