1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1972 Toyota Century
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Century (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (81 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Century weights approximately 576 kg more than 1983 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, 1972 Toyota Century (250 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1972 Toyota Century | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Giulietta | Century |
Year Released | 1983 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1806 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2870 mm |