1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1994 Ford Royale
To start off, 1994 Ford Royale is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Royale (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (81 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Royale should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Ford Royale, 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, 1994 Ford Royale (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Royale 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 | 1994 Ford Royale | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Giulietta | Royale |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2560 mm |
