1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111
To start off, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 is newer by 14 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 4,799 cc, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 should accelerate faster than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 weights approximately 280 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, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (293 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 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 | 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Giulietta | C 111 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4799 cc |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 261 km/hour |
| 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 | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 120 L |
