1997 Acura Integra vs. 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia
To start off, 1997 Acura Integra is newer by 23 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 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Acura Integra weights approximately 164 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Acura Integra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Acura Integra (176 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1997 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Acura Integra | 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Integra | Giulia |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
