1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1998 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 1998 Subaru Vivio is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (163 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1998 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Subaru Vivio weights approximately 20 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1966 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 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Vivio, 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, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1998 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | Giulia | Vivio |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2320 mm |
