1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2001 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2001 Toyota MR2 is newer by 24 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota MR2 (140 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (125 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 510 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, 2001 Toyota MR2 (170 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (149 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota MR2 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 | 2001 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Giulietta | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1355 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
