1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1977 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1977 Ferrari Dino is newer by 19 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 2,925 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari Dino (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 509 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, 1977 Ferrari Dino (264 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm). This means 1977 Ferrari Dino 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 | 1977 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | Giulietta | Dino |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2925 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 70.9 mm |
| 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 | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 74 L |
