1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 38 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 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 690 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (328 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | Giulia | Colorado |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 328 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 72 L |