1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1984 Daimler 4.2
To start off, 1984 Daimler 4.2 is newer by 28 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 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Daimler 4.2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Daimler 4.2 (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Daimler 4.2 should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daimler 4.2 weights approximately 990 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, 1984 Daimler 4.2 (314 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1984 Daimler 4.2 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 | 1984 Daimler 4.2 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Daimler |
Model | Giulietta | 4.2 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4235 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 106 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2870 mm |