1988 Rover Vitesse vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Rover Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Rover Vitesse would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Rover Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Rover Vitesse (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Rover Vitesse should accelerate faster than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Rover Vitesse weights approximately 72 kg more than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (250 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Rover Vitesse. (229 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Rover Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Rover Vitesse | 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Rover | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Vitesse | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1427 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2634 mm |
