1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Toyota Corolla is newer by 22 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 69 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
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, 2000 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (143 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Corolla. 2000 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Giulietta | Corolla |
Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1071 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |