1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2009 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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 2,718 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1888 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 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
Model | Giulietta | Discovery |
Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2718 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 82 L |