1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Yaris (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (81 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 20 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2008 Toyota Yaris, 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, 2008 Toyota Yaris (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Yaris 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 | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Giulietta | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
