1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1975 Fiat 131
To start off, 1975 Fiat 131 is newer by 17 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (71 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 131 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
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, 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1975 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Giulietta | 131 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2500 mm |
