1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 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. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (81 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 300 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 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2009 Porsche 911 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. 2009 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | Giulietta | 911 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
