1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Boxter weights approximately 270 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 Porsche Boxter 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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 Porsche Boxter (279 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter 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 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | Giulia | Boxter |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2475 mm |
