1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1832 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, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2011 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Giulietta | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 117 L |
