2009 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 85 kg more than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
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, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT (306 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (250 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo GT | 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | GT | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
