1955 Abarth 600 vs. 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,355 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (125 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1955 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 512 kg more than 1955 Abarth 600. 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, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (149 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Abarth 600. (54 Nm). This means 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Abarth 600 | 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 600 | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |
