1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1970 Subaru R-2
To start off, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Subaru R-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Subaru R-2 would be higher. At 1,357 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1970 Subaru R-2. (27 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1970 Subaru R-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 610 kg more than 1970 Subaru R-2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Subaru R-2. (40 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Subaru R-2.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1970 Subaru R-2 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
Model | Giulietta | R-2 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1357 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1930 mm |