1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 52 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (326 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 915 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 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 | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | Giulietta | 911 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 67 L |
