1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1978 Toyota Celica is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Celica weights approximately 360 kg more than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Giulietta | Celica |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2640 mm |
