1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1986 Audi 80
To start off, 1986 Audi 80 is newer by 8 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 80 (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 25 kg more than 1986 Audi 80.
Because 1978 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 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Audi 80, 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, 1986 Audi 80 (160 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (143 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 80 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 | 1986 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Giulietta | 80 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1071 kg | 1046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 68 L |
