1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1961 Fiat 1300
To start off, 1961 Fiat 1300 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 1300 (64 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 1300 should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 1300 weights approximately 85 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, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1961 Fiat 1300 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | Giulietta | 1300 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 64 HP |
Torque | 95 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 38 L |