1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker is newer by 12 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 7,205 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker (350 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 1136 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, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker (651 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 539 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1966 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker has automatic transmission and 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1966 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
| Model | Giulietta | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 7205 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 109.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 100 L |
