1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C 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 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 570 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Giulietta | C |
Year Released | 1958 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 62 L |