1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2011 Alpina B7
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 57 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 424 more horse power than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1320 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 2011 Alpina B7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 587 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2011 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alpina |
| Model | Giulietta | B7 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 82 L |
