1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 101 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat 500 weights approximately 62 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (190 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Giulia | 500 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1072 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2301 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 40 L |
