1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 36 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 400 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 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza 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 | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
Model | Giulia | Impreza |
Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 330 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 64 L |