1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1961 Aston Martin DB4
To start off, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 is newer by 5 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 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
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, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (366 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 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 | 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
Model | Giulietta | DB4 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1961 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3670 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 86 L |