1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1968 Fiat 850
To start off, 1968 Fiat 850 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (52 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (41 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 149 kg more than 1968 Fiat 850. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1968 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Giulietta | 850 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 41 HP |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 30 L |
