1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 57 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 5,998 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (616 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 526 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1455 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 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (800 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 692 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (108 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2013 Bentley Continental 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. 2013 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bentley |
| Model | Giulietta | Continental |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 616 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 90 L |
