2003 Audi A3 vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2003 Audi A3. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 150 kg more than 2003 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A3 will offer significantly more control. 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 (250 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A3. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A3 | 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Audi | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | A3 | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.5 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
