1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 28 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (187 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (125 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1420 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.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (149 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Giulietta | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1355 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 96 L |
