1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1962 Alpine A 108
To start off, 1962 Alpine A 108 is newer by 7 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 @ 6300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 225 kg more than 1962 Alpine A 108. 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 (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alpine A 108.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1962 Alpine A 108 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alpine |
| Model | Giulietta | A 108 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 28 L |
