1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1994 Rover 800
To start off, 1994 Rover 800 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (170 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1994 Rover 800. (167 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 800 weights approximately 384 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1984 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 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Rover 800, 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, 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (283 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 800. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1994 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | Giulietta | 800 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
