1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1967 Opel Record
To start off, 1967 Opel Record is newer by 12 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 2,511 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Record is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Record (90 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Record should accelerate faster 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, 1967 Opel Record (152 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm). This means 1967 Opel Record 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 | 1967 Opel Record | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Giulietta | Record |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2670 mm |
