1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1999 Chevrolet Metro
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Metro is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Metro. (53 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 100 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Metro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Metro, 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, 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia (103 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Metro. (79 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1999 Chevrolet Metro | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Giulia | Metro |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |
