1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 1978 Buick Century is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (125 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Century weights approximately 330 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
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, 1978 Buick Century (217 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (149 Nm). This means 1978 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1978 Buick Century | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | Giulietta | Century |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1355 cc | 3213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
