1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2005 Rover 45
To start off, 2005 Rover 45 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 45 (100 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 45 weights approximately 235 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 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, 2005 Rover 45, 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, 2005 Rover 45 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 45 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 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | Giulietta | 45 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1357 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
