1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2006 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1364 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 2006 GMC Envoy 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, 2006 GMC Envoy 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, 2006 GMC Envoy (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (143 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy 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 | 2006 GMC Envoy | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
Model | Giulietta | Envoy |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1071 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 83 L |