1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 48 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 705 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.
Because 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis 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 | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Giulietta | Avensis |
Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 60 L |