1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV
To start off, 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 359 kg more than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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, 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Giulietta | GTV |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1179 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 53 L |
