1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 is newer by 2 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 weights approximately 160 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Giulietta | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |
