1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1952 Austin A 70
To start off, 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 70 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1955 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, 1952 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1952 Austin A 70 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
Model | Giulietta | A 70 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 111.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 56 L |