1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1956 Austin A 35
To start off, 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (52 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 35. (34 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 126 kg more than 1956 Austin A 35. 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, 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1956 Austin A 35 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | Giulietta | A 35 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 34 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 749 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2030 mm |
