1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2009 BMW 318
To start off, 2009 BMW 318 is newer by 26 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. Both 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta and 2009 BMW 318 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (81 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 318 weights approximately 205 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, 2009 BMW 318 (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 318 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 | 2009 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Giulietta | 318 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
