1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman 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 3,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (316 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 510 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, 2013 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | Giulietta | Cayman |
Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4347 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1306 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2415 mm |