1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (267 HP) has 186 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 304 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 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 2009 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia has manual transmission. 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Giulia | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 267 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 76 L |
