1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1959 Fiat 600
To start off, 1959 Fiat 600 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 32 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 600. (20 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 125 kg more than 1959 Fiat 600. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1959 Fiat 600 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | Giulietta | 600 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 633 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 20 HP |
Torque | 94 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2010 mm |