1985 Audi Coupe vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi Coupe (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 375 kg more than 1985 Audi Coupe.
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 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi Coupe. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi Coupe | 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Audi | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Coupe | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 1985 | 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 | 109 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2634 mm |
