1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1994 BMW 316
To start off, 1994 BMW 316 is newer by 36 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 316 (103 HP) has 51 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 316 weights approximately 285 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, 1994 BMW 316 (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 316 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 | 1994 BMW 316 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Giulietta | 316 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 103 HP |
Torque | 94 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2710 mm |