1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1985 Plymouth Caravelle
To start off, 1985 Plymouth Caravelle 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Plymouth Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Plymouth Caravelle (97 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Plymouth Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Plymouth Caravelle weights approximately 385 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.
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 Plymouth Caravelle, 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 Plymouth Caravelle (181 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1985 Plymouth Caravelle 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 Plymouth Caravelle | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Plymouth |
| Model | Giulietta | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2630 mm |
