1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2008 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Defender is newer by 30 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 2,495 cc, 2008 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1047 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 2008 Land Rover Defender 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, 2008 Land Rover Defender 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, 2008 Land Rover Defender (301 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Defender 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 | 2008 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
Model | Giulietta | Defender |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1357 cc | 2495 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 121 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 89 mm |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 129 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2117 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 93 L |