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, both vehicles can yield 52 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 45 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1100.
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 (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 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 | 1088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 52 HP |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 38 L |
