1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2006 Citroen C8
To start off, 2006 Citroen C8 is newer by 28 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C8. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C8 weights approximately 672 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
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, 2006 Citroen C8, 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, 2006 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (143 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2006 Citroen C8 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. 2006 Citroen C8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2006 Citroen C8 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | Giulietta | C8 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1071 kg | 1743 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |