1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2005 Bugatti Chiron
To start off, 2005 Bugatti Chiron is newer by 27 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 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 2005 Bugatti Chiron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bugatti Chiron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 454 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bugatti Chiron should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 2005 Bugatti Chiron 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, 2005 Bugatti Chiron 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, 2005 Bugatti Chiron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Bugatti Chiron 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 | 2005 Bugatti Chiron | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bugatti |
| Model | Giulietta | Chiron |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1357 cc | 6255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 18 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1160 mm |
