1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1957 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1957 Ford 12 M 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Ford 12 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1957 Ford 12 M. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1957 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 | 1957 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Giulietta | 12 M |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2500 mm |
