1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 49 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (216 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 640 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (108 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C 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 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Giulietta | C |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 62 L |