1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2008 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 612 is newer by 51 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 465 more horse power than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 1105 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, 2008 Ferrari 612 (587 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 612 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 | 2008 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | Giulietta | 612 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 478 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 541 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 315 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 105 L |
