1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6

To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 2 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 400 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (144 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 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 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6
Make Alfa Romeo Alfa Romeo
Model Giulietta Alfa 6
Year Released 1977 1979
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1570 cc 2492 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 108 HP 156 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 144 Nm 216 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78 mm 88 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 68.3 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1070 kg 1470 kg
Vehicle Length 4220 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 72 L


 

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