1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1973 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 19 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 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 474 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, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 De Tomaso Pantera 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 | 1973 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | De Tomaso |
Model | Giulietta | Pantera |
Year Released | 1954 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 5766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2530 mm |