1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2000 GMC Safari

To start off, 2000 GMC Safari 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 114 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 1092 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, 2000 GMC Safari (319 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm). This means 2000 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2000 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 2000 GMC Safari
Make Alfa Romeo GMC
Model Giulietta Safari
Year Released 1956 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1290 cc 4294 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 76 HP 190 HP
Torque 112 Nm 319 Nm
Top Speed 166 km/hour 165 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 8 seats
Vehicle Weight 864 kg 1956 kg
Vehicle Length 3930 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1940 mm
Wheelbase Size 2400 mm 2830 mm


 

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