1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1479 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 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (508 Nm) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
Model | Giulia | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 508 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 2489 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4783 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1788 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2743 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 88 L |