1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2006 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2006 Toyota MR2 is newer by 26 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, 2006 Toyota MR2 (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 15 kg more than 2006 Toyota MR2.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2006 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Giulietta | MR2 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1961 cc | 1792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 48 L |