1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1978 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (81 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 375 kg more than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1978 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Vauxhall |
| Model | Giulietta | Chevette |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
