1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1961 Triumph TR3
To start off, 1961 Triumph TR3 is newer by 3 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 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Triumph TR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Triumph TR3 (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Triumph TR3 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Triumph TR3 weights approximately 84 kg more than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Triumph TR3 (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1961 Triumph TR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1961 Triumph TR3 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
Model | Giulietta | TR3 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2138 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3350 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 904 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 53 L |