1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1982 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 1982 Subaru Coupe is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Subaru Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1982 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1982 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Subaru Coupe weights approximately 95 kg more than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1959 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 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Subaru Coupe, 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, 1982 Subaru Coupe (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1982 Subaru Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1982 Subaru Coupe | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
Model | Giulietta | Coupe |
Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 91.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 60 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |