1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (156 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
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 Mercedes-Benz C (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Giulietta | C |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4606 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1459 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 66 L |
