1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2005 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2005 Toyota RunX 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RunX (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 0 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RunX weights approximately 51 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 Toyota RunX, 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 Toyota RunX (147 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (143 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RunX 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 Toyota RunX | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Giulietta | RunX |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.5 mm |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 190 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 | 1071 kg | 1122 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |