1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (395 HP) has 314 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1092 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 Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Cayenne (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 Cayenne | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | Giulia | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 395 HP |
Torque | 105 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 258 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2895 mm |