1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1987 Ford RS 200
To start off, 1987 Ford RS 200 is newer by 32 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 1,804 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford RS 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford RS 200 (247 HP) has 195 more horse power than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford RS 200 weights approximately 357 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, 1987 Ford RS 200 (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford RS 200 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 | 1987 Ford RS 200 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Giulietta | RS 200 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1804 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 247 HP |
Torque | 94 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1232 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2540 mm |