1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy
To start off, 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (144 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy. (133 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 600 kg more than 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy 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 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta, 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, 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy (178 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Pininfarina |
Model | Alfetta | Enjoy |
Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1080 mm |