1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1988 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1988 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (112 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 520 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1988 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1988 Toyota 4Runner (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1988 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Giulietta | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1961 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
