1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 25 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (170 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 700 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
| Model | Giulietta | Korando |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 143 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
