1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1960 Ford Popular
To start off, 1960 Ford Popular is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1960 Ford Popular. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 110 kg more than 1960 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1960 Ford Popular | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Giulietta | Popular |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 55 L |
