1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1972 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1972 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 16 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 7,456 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Pontiac Firebird (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 812 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, 1972 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Firebird 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 | 1972 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Pontiac |
| Model | Giulietta | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 7456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 105.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 106.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1676 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 64 L |
