1982 Ford Cortina vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,742 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1982 Ford Cortina. (60 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 355 kg more than 1982 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Ford Cortina 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 1982 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta, 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, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (340 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Cortina. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Cortina | 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Cortina | Giulietta |
Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1742 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4351 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2634 mm |