1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2007 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2007 Lancia Thesis is newer by 50 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Thesis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 895 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, 2007 Lancia Thesis, 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, 2007 Lancia Thesis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis 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 | 2007 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
Model | Giulietta | Thesis |
Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 75 L |