1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2001 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2001 Toyota Yaris is newer by 45 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Yaris. (66 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 34 kg more than 2001 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2001 Toyota Yaris, 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, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Yaris. (94 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2001 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Giulietta | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |
