1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1984 Saab 99
To start off, 1984 Saab 99 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Saab 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Saab 99 (85 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Saab 99 should accelerate faster than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Saab 99 weights approximately 326 kg more than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Saab 99, 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, 1984 Saab 99 (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1984 Saab 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1984 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Saab |
| Model | Giulietta | 99 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
