1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1998 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 21 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 3,349 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro (160 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 343 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, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (144 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Camaro 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 | 1998 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | Giulietta | Camaro |
Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3349 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1413 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 68 L |