1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2011 Opel Combo
To start off, 2011 Opel Combo is newer by 33 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 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2011 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Combo.
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, 2011 Opel Combo, 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, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (143 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2011 Opel Combo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | Giulietta | Combo |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 52 L |