1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2011 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 55 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1843 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, 2011 GMC Yukon (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2011 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. 2011 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2011 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
Model | Giulietta | Yukon |
Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 497 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2683 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 95 L |