1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1992 Porsche 964
To start off, 1992 Porsche 964 is newer by 15 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 964 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 964 (261 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 964 should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 964 weights approximately 135 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.
Because 1992 Porsche 964 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 964 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Porsche 964 (318 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (144 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 964 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 | 1992 Porsche 964 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | Giulietta | 964 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 73 L |
