1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1996 Fiat Marea
To start off, 1996 Fiat Marea is newer by 40 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 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Marea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (90 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Marea. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Marea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Marea weights approximately 190 kg more than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
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, 1996 Fiat Marea, 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, 1996 Fiat Marea (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (108 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Marea 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 | 1996 Fiat Marea | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Giulietta | Marea |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 64.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 63 L |
