1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1972 BMW Turbo
To start off, 1972 BMW Turbo is newer by 17 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 BMW Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW Turbo (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW Turbo should accelerate faster than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW Turbo weights approximately 144 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, 1972 BMW Turbo (177 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm). This means 1972 BMW Turbo 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 | 1972 BMW Turbo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Giulietta | Turbo |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
