1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2005 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 2005 Toyota Vitz is newer by 51 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Vitz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Vitz weights approximately 160 kg more than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
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, 2005 Toyota Vitz, 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, 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Vitz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2005 Toyota Vitz | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Giulietta | Vitz |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 42 L |
