1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1970 Pontiac GTO is newer by 15 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 6,548 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 895 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, 1970 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 491 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO 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 | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Pontiac |
| Model | Giulietta | GTO |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 6548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 104.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 67 L |
