1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 31 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 190 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (143 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Giulietta | TrailBlazer |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1071 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 83 L |
