1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2001 Spyker C8
To start off, 2001 Spyker C8 is newer by 23 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Spyker C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Spyker C8 (395 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Spyker C8 should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Spyker C8 weights approximately 79 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, 2001 Spyker C8 (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (143 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 Spyker C8 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 | 2001 Spyker C8 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Spyker |
Model | Giulietta | C8 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 481 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1071 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 100 L |