1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1995 BMW 317
To start off, 1995 BMW 317 is newer by 18 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 1,665 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 BMW 317 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (125 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1995 BMW 317. (90 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 317. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 317 weights approximately 115 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, 1995 BMW 317 (190 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (149 Nm). This means 1995 BMW 317 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 | 1995 BMW 317 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Giulietta | 317 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1355 cc | 1665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
