1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1953 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (52 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (43 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
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, 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1953 Fiat 1400 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | Giulietta | 1400 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 43 HP |
Torque | 94 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2660 mm |