1998 Subaru Vivio vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Subaru Vivio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Subaru Vivio would be higher. At 1,742 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1998 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 705 kg more than 1998 Subaru Vivio. 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 (340 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Subaru Vivio | 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Subaru | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Vivio | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1742 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2634 mm |
