1974 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. Both 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider and 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia are equipped with a 1,289 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 64 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Spider (121 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 Nm). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Spider | Giulia |
Year Released | 1974 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 104 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1048 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2460 mm |