1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 37 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Savana (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 1497 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 GMC Savana (452 Nm) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 2011 GMC Savana 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. 2011 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2011 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | Giulia | Savana |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 2507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 117 L |
