1979 Ford Granada vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1979 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Granada weights approximately 145 kg more than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1979 Ford Granada 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 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta, 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, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Granada. (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Granada | 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Granada | Giulietta |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4351 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2634 mm |