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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (101 HP @ 6000 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 830 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 (213 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). 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 | 1288 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |
