1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1957 Austin A 35
To start off, 1957 Austin A 35 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 42 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 174 kg more than 1957 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1957 Austin A 35 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | Giulietta | A 35 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 26 L |
