1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2003 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Toyota Corolla is newer by 26 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 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Corolla. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 100 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (144 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2003 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Giulietta | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
