1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1985 Ford Laser

To start off, 1985 Ford Laser is newer by 31 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 28 kg more than 1985 Ford Laser.

Because 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Ford Laser, 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, 1985 Ford Laser (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Laser 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 1985 Ford Laser
Make Alfa Romeo Ford
Model Giulietta Laser
Year Released 1954 1985
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1290 cc 1490 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 76 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 112 Nm 120 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 820 kg 792 kg
Vehicle Length 3990 mm 3960 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2390 mm 2370 mm


 

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