1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 21 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (170 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (283 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2005 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Giulietta | 325 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
