1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA
To start off, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA is newer by 10 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 50 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA.
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, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA 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 | 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Giulietta | GTA |
Year Released | 1958 | 1968 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 140 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 67.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 46 L |