1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra is newer by 31 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (73 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 155 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, 1988 Opel Vectra, 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, 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Giulietta | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 75 L |
