1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2000 Audi A6

To start off, 2000 Audi A6 is newer by 44 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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A6 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 616 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, 2000 Audi A6, 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, 2000 Audi A6 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 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 2000 Audi A6
Make Alfa Romeo Audi
Model Giulietta A6
Year Released 1956 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1290 cc 2393 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 76 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 112 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 864 kg 1480 kg
Vehicle Length 3930 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2400 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 90 L