1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1959 BMW Isetta
To start off, 1959 BMW Isetta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (76 HP) has 63 more horse power than 1959 BMW Isetta. (13 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW Isetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 460 kg more than 1959 BMW Isetta. 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.
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1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1959 BMW Isetta | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Giulietta | Isetta |
Year Released | 1955 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 1 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 13 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 85 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 1 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 2300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 1510 mm |