1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 39 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A3 (138 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (114 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 465 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 2013 Audi A3 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, 2013 Audi A3 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, 2013 Audi A3 (320 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A3 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 | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Giulia | A3 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2578 mm |
