1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2008 BMW 130
To start off, 2008 BMW 130 is newer by 25 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 130 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (81 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 130 weights approximately 145 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, 2008 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2008 BMW 130 has automatic transmission and 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2008 BMW 130 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Giulietta | 130 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |
