1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2009 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2009 Seat Exeo is newer by 52 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Exeo (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Exeo weights approximately 580 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, 2009 Seat Exeo, 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, 2009 Seat Exeo (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Exeo 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 | 2009 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | Giulietta | Exeo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 190 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 | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2642 mm |
