1974 Fiat 130 vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (340 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 130. (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Fiat 130 | 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
Make | Fiat | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 130 | Giulietta |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1742 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4351 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2634 mm |