1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2010 Dacia Sandero
To start off, 2010 Dacia Sandero is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dacia Sandero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Sandero. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dacia Sandero weights approximately 101 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1976 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 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Sandero, 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Sandero. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2010 Dacia Sandero | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dacia |
| Model | Giulia | Sandero |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |
