1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1986 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 1986 Chrysler New Yorker is newer by 30 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chrysler New Yorker (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 371 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.
Because 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Chrysler New Yorker, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Chrysler New Yorker (228 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (108 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Chrysler New Yorker 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 | 1986 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
| Model | Giulietta | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2630 mm |
