1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1997 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 is newer by 40 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 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1957 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, 1997 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1997 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | Giulietta | F355 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 294 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2460 mm |
