1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1991 Ferrari C62
To start off, 1991 Ferrari C62 is newer by 13 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 3,368 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari C62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari C62 (588 HP) has 495 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (93 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari C62 should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari C62 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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, 1991 Ferrari C62 (723 Nm) has 602 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (121 Nm). This means 1991 Ferrari C62 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 | 1991 Ferrari C62 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | Giulietta | C62 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1357 cc | 3368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 588 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 723 Nm |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 375 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 120 L |
