1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is newer by 22 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 9 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 205 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
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, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra, 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Vauxhall |
Model | Giulietta | Vectra |
Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1961 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |