1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1953 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 49 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (69 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1953 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Giulietta | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 122 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 35 L |
