1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1968 BMW 2002
To start off, 1968 BMW 2002 is newer by 13 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2002 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2002 (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2002 should accelerate faster than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 2002 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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, 1968 BMW 2002 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2002 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 | 1968 BMW 2002 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Giulietta | 2002 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 52 L |