1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1969 MG MGC
To start off, 1969 MG MGC 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 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 MG MGC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 MG MGC (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 MG MGC 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, 1969 MG MGC (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1969 MG MGC 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 MG MGC | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | MG |
| Model | Giulietta | MGC |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2560 mm |
