1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 32 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A5 weights approximately 690 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 2010 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 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, 2010 Audi A5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 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 | 2010 Audi A5 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | Giulietta | A5 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1357 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |