1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 52 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Yaris (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 144 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, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota Yaris (122 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Yaris 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 | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Giulietta | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 45 L |
