1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1982 Volkswagen Iltis
To start off, 1982 Volkswagen Iltis is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volkswagen Iltis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (108 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1982 Volkswagen Iltis. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1982 Volkswagen Iltis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volkswagen Iltis weights approximately 229 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1982 Volkswagen Iltis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Iltis 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, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (143 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volkswagen Iltis. (136 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volkswagen Iltis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1982 Volkswagen Iltis | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Giulietta | Iltis |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1071 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2110 mm |
