1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2009 Land Rover LR3

To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 32 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR3 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.

Because 2009 Land Rover LR3 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, 2009 Land Rover LR3 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, 2009 Land Rover LR3 (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (144 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2009 Land Rover LR3 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. 2009 Land Rover LR3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 2009 Land Rover LR3
Make Alfa Romeo Land Rover
Model Giulietta LR3
Year Released 1977 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1570 cc 4394 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 296 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 144 Nm 316 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors


 

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