1983 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Abarth Lancia 037. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 (202 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 185 kg more than 1983 Abarth Lancia 037.
Because 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 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 1983 Abarth Lancia 037. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Abarth Lancia 037. (238 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Abarth Lancia 037.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 | 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Lancia 037 | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2634 mm |
