1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ

To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ is newer by 31 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 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ weights approximately 440 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, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ 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 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ
Make Alfa Romeo Alfa Romeo
Model Giulietta SZ
Year Released 1958 1989
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1290 cc 2957 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 76 HP 208 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 112 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 74.1 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 72.6 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 1260 kg
Vehicle Length 3930 mm 4070 mm
Vehicle Width 1550 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2390 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 50 L


 

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