1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2004 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 48 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Trajet (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 1015 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, 2004 Hyundai Trajet, 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, 2004 Hyundai Trajet (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (108 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Hyundai Trajet 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 | 2004 Hyundai Trajet | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | Giulietta | Trajet |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 65 L |
