1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 25 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 2,986 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (148 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 875 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.
Because 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (143 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Giulietta | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1071 kg | 1946 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 87 L |