1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1974 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1974 Ferrari Dino is newer by 20 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 2,924 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari Dino (250 HP) has 197 more horse power than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 453 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, 1974 Ferrari Dino (283 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm). This means 1974 Ferrari Dino 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 | 1974 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | Giulietta | Dino |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2924 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| 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 | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 65 L |
