1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2003 Opel Vectra is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 538 kg more than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1960 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 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Opel Vectra (221 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | Giulietta | Vectra |
Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 957 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |