1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 24 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 69 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda 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, 2004 Fiat Panda 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, 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Giulietta | Panda |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1961 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |
