1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1991 Rover 400
To start off, 1991 Rover 400 is newer by 35 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rover 400 (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Rover 400 weights approximately 306 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, 1991 Rover 400, 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, 1991 Rover 400 (180 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm). This means 1991 Rover 400 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 | 1991 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | Giulietta | 400 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2560 mm |
