1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1972 AMC Ambassador
To start off, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 AMC Ambassador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 AMC Ambassador would be higher. At 4,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (125 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 682 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1972 AMC Ambassador (332 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (149 Nm). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 1972 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 AMC Ambassador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1972 AMC Ambassador | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | AMC |
| Model | Giulietta | Ambassador |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1355 cc | 4981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1782 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3110 mm |
