1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2011 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i40 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai i40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai i40 (173 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i40 should accelerate faster than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 755 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, 2011 Hyundai i40, 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, 2011 Hyundai i40 (213 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai i40 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 | 2011 Hyundai i40 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
Model | Giulietta | i40 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2770 mm |