1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari 348 would be higher. At 3,404 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Ferrari 348 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Ferrari 348. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 348 | 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Ferrari | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 348 | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3404 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2634 mm |
