1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1954 DKW Coupe
To start off, 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 DKW Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 DKW Coupe would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Coupe weights approximately 59 kg more than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1958 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 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 DKW Coupe, 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, 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Coupe. (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1954 DKW Coupe | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | DKW |
| Model | Giulietta | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 879 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2340 mm |
