1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2007 Alpina D3
To start off, 2007 Alpina D3 is newer by 27 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 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alpina D3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina D3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina D3 should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina D3 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Alpina D3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina D3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2007 Alpina D3 has automatic transmission and 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Alpina D3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2007 Alpina D3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alpina |
| Model | Giulietta | D3 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1961 cc | 3346 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 271 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
