1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1974 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1974 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Triumph 2000 (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1974 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
| Model | Giulietta | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1357 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
