1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1957 Alvis TC 108 G
To start off, 1957 Alvis TC 108 G is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Alvis TC 108 G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Alvis TC 108 G (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Alvis TC 108 G should accelerate faster than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Alvis TC 108 G weights approximately 595 kg more than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1957 Alvis TC 108 G (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1957 Alvis TC 108 G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1957 Alvis TC 108 G | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alvis |
Model | Giulietta | TC 108 G |
Year Released | 1954 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2840 mm |