1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 795 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Abarth 750 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 1956 Abarth 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta, 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, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (350 Nm) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 750 | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2634 mm |
