2004 Acura TL vs. 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia
To start off, 2004 Acura TL is newer by 30 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura TL (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura TL weights approximately 568 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 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, 2004 Acura TL, 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, 2004 Acura TL (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (136 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura TL | 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | TL | Giulia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 46 L |
