1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1968 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph 2000 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Triumph 2000 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1968 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
| Model | Giulia | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 64 L |
