2003 AC Cobra vs. 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia
To start off, 2003 AC Cobra is newer by 29 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 AC Cobra weights approximately 42 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.
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, 2003 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (156 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
2003 AC Cobra | 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | |
Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Cobra | Giulia |
Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1569 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2520 mm |