1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2012 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2012 Cadillac SRX is newer by 56 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac SRX (308 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 1045 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, 2012 Cadillac SRX, 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, 2012 Cadillac SRX (359 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (108 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2012 Cadillac SRX 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. 2012 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2012 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | Giulietta | SRX |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 308 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 79 L |
