1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1998 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 1998 Subaru Vivio is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1998 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 350 kg more than 1998 Subaru Vivio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia (190 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1998 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | Giulia | Vivio |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2320 mm |
