1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1978 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1978 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (76 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1978 Plymouth Horizon. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1978 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 180 kg more than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1957 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 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Plymouth Horizon, 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, 1978 Plymouth Horizon (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1978 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1978 Plymouth Horizon | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Plymouth |
Model | Giulietta | Horizon |
Year Released | 1957 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1715 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 75 HP |
Torque | 112 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2530 mm |