1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1995 Saturn SC
To start off, 1995 Saturn SC is newer by 15 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 1,961 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1995 Saturn SC. (122 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1995 Saturn SC.
Because 1980 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 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Saturn SC, 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, 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Saturn SC. (168 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1995 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Saturn |
| Model | Giulietta | SC |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1961 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
