1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 49 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 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 535 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 2006 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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 | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Giulietta | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 79 L |
