1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1975 Chrysler 160
To start off, 1975 Chrysler 160 is newer by 20 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 1,639 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler 160 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler 160 (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler 160 should accelerate faster than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 225 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, 1975 Chrysler 160 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler 160 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 | 1975 Chrysler 160 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
Model | Giulietta | 160 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2680 mm |