1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2012 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2012 Dacia Duster is newer by 55 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Dacia Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dacia Duster (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Duster weights approximately 380 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 2012 Dacia Duster 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, 2012 Dacia Duster 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, 2012 Dacia Duster (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Dacia Duster 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 | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dacia |
Model | Giulietta | Duster |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2673 mm |