1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1982 Fiat 127
To start off, 1982 Fiat 127 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1982 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Fiat 127 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Fiat 127, 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, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1982 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Giulia | 127 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1049 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 67.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2230 mm |
