1984 Audi Coupe vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1984 Audi Coupe. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 405 kg more than 1984 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Coupe. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Coupe | 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Audi | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Coupe | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2634 mm |
