1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1994 BMW 316
To start off, 1994 BMW 316 is newer by 17 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1994 BMW 316. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 316 weights approximately 90 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, 1994 BMW 316 (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (144 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 316 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 | 1994 BMW 316 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Giulietta | 316 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 52 L |