2008 Fiat 500 vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat 500 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 159 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 425 kg more than 2008 Fiat 500. 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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat 500 | 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Fiat | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 500 | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1742 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
