1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1987 Ferrari GTO
To start off, 1987 Ferrari GTO is newer by 10 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 2,855 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari GTO (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari GTO should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari GTO weights approximately 155 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, 1987 Ferrari GTO (904 Nm) has 760 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (144 Nm). This means 1987 Ferrari GTO 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 | 1987 Ferrari GTO | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | Giulietta | GTO |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 904 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1225 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |
