1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1999 Ginetta G34
To start off, 1999 Ginetta G34 is newer by 15 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ginetta G34 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (170 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 330 kg more than 1999 Ginetta G34.
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, 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (283 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ginetta G34.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1999 Ginetta G34 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ginetta |
| Model | Giulietta | G34 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1050 mm |
