1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2009 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 53 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1246 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, 2009 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (108 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2009 GMC Yukon 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. 2009 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
Model | Giulietta | Yukon |
Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 98 L |