1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2009 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2009 Opel Vivaro 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 544 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, 2009 Opel Vivaro, 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, 2009 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (144 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Vivaro 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 | 2009 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Giulietta | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 90 L |
