1999 AC Cobra vs. 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 1999 AC Cobra is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 45 kg more than 1999 AC Cobra.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1999 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (144 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Cobra | 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Cobra | Giulietta |
Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 53 L |