1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2001 Caterham Beaulieu
To start off, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu is newer by 46 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Caterham Beaulieu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu (100 HP) has 48 more horse power than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu should accelerate faster than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 350 kg more than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu.
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, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Caterham Beaulieu 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 | 2001 Caterham Beaulieu | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Caterham |
| Model | Giulietta | Beaulieu |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2260 mm |
