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 3,993 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 410 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 1575 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 (660 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 552 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 | 3993 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 660 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 2470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2227 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1403 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 90 L |