1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1995 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 1995 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 17 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Barchetta 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 10 kg more than 1995 Fiat Barchetta.
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, 1995 Fiat Barchetta, 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, 1995 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Barchetta 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 | 1995 Fiat Barchetta | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | Giulietta | Barchetta |
Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1357 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |