1989 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1989 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 259 kg more than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1989 Ford Thunderbird 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 1989 Ford Thunderbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Thunderbird. (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Thunderbird | 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Thunderbird | Giulietta |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4351 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2634 mm |