1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1957 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1957 Lancia Aurelia 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 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Lancia Aurelia (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 266 kg more than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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, 1957 Lancia Aurelia (186 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm). This means 1957 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1957 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | Giulietta | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2660 mm |
