1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 340 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 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (136 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | Giulia | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2645 mm |
