1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1970 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1970 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 14 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Triumph Spitfire (62 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 95 kg more than 1970 Triumph Spitfire.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1970 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
| Model | Giulietta | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2110 mm |
