1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1968 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 1968 Chrysler Newport is newer by 12 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chrysler Newport (305 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 1101 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, 1968 Chrysler Newport (543 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Newport 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 | 1968 Chrysler Newport | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
Model | Giulietta | Newport |
Year Released | 1956 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 90 L |