1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Terrain (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Terrain weights approximately 900 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, 2013 GMC Terrain, 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, 2013 GMC Terrain (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2013 GMC Terrain 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 GMC Terrain will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
Model | Giulietta | Terrain |
Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1764 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4707 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2857 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 71 L |