1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1992 BMW 520

To start off, 1992 BMW 520 is newer by 34 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 1,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 520 (148 HP) has 96 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 520 weights approximately 613 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, 1992 BMW 520 (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 520 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 1992 BMW 520
Make Alfa Romeo BMW
Model Giulietta 520
Year Released 1958 1992
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1290 cc 1990 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 52 HP 148 HP
Torque 94 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 875 kg 1488 kg
Vehicle Length 4000 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1400 mm


 

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