1953 Austin A 110 vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 110 weights approximately 620 kg more than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1953 Austin A 110 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Austin A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1953 Austin A 110 (287 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (250 Nm). This means 1953 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 110 | 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Austin | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | A 110 | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2634 mm |
