2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1990 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Camry. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 150 kg more than 1990 Toyota Camry. 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 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Camry. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Camry. 1990 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1990 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Giulietta | Camry |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1956 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4351 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1798 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1465 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2610 mm |
