1979 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, both 1979 Alfa Romeo Giulietta and 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,455 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 290 kg more than 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Because 1979 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 1979 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit, 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. 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit has automatic transmission and 1979 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1979 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1979 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Giulietta | Rabbit |
Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1357 cc | 1455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 70 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |