1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1986 Ginetta G32
To start off, 1986 Ginetta G32 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ginetta G32 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ginetta G32 (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ginetta G32 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 318 kg more than 1986 Ginetta G32.
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, 1986 Ginetta G32 (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (143 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1986 Ginetta G32 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 Ginetta G32 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ginetta |
| Model | Giulietta | G32 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1071 kg | 753 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2220 mm |
