1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1976 Datsun Violet
To start off, 1976 Datsun Violet is newer by 21 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Datsun Violet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1976 Datsun Violet. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1976 Datsun Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Datsun Violet weights approximately 80 kg more 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, 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Datsun Violet. (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Datsun Violet.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1976 Datsun Violet | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Datsun |
Model | Giulietta | Violet |
Year Released | 1955 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |