1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1953 Ford Popular
To start off, 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (52 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1953 Ford Popular. (26 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 140 kg more than 1953 Ford Popular. 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, 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1953 Ford Popular | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Giulietta | Popular |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 26 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2300 mm |
