1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2011 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2011 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 54 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 7,993 cc (16 cylinders), 2011 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bugatti Veyron (1,184 HP) has 1132 more horse power than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 1012 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 2011 Bugatti Veyron 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, 2011 Bugatti Veyron 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, 2011 Bugatti Veyron (1,500 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 1406 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2011 Bugatti Veyron has automatic transmission and 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Bugatti Veyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2011 Bugatti Veyron | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bugatti |
| Model | Giulietta | Veyron |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 7993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 1184 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 1500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2710 mm |
