1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1996 Ford Versailles
To start off, 1996 Ford Versailles is newer by 38 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Versailles is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Versailles (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Versailles should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Ford Versailles, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Ford Versailles (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Versailles 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 | 1996 Ford Versailles | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Giulietta | Versailles |
Year Released | 1958 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2560 mm |