1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1996 Hyundai Satellite
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Satellite is newer by 41 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 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Satellite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Satellite. (76 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 613 kg more than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Satellite, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Hyundai Satellite (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (108 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Satellite 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 | 1996 Hyundai Satellite | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | Giulietta | Satellite |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 863 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2820 mm |
