1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2009 Audi A6

To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 54 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 755 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.

Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Audi A6 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 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 2009 Audi A6
Make Alfa Romeo Audi
Model Giulietta A6
Year Released 1955 2009
Body Type Convertible Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1290 cc 1779 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 71 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 112 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 74 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 86.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.5:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 163 km/hour 212 km/hour
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 840 kg 1595 kg
Vehicle Length 3410 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Width 1550 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1190 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 71 L 70 L


 

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