1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 30 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (125 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 901 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (149 Nm). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2007 SsangYong Kyron has automatic transmission and 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 SsangYong Kyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
| Model | Giulietta | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1355 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
