1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1955 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford 12 M 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 (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1955 Ford 12 M. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford 12 M.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1955 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Giulietta | 12 M |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2500 mm |
