1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1996 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Breeze 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Breeze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Breeze (132 HP) has 80 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Breeze weights approximately 475 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.
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 Plymouth Breeze, 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 Plymouth Breeze (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Breeze 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 Plymouth Breeze | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Plymouth |
Model | Giulietta | Breeze |
Year Released | 1958 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 132 HP |
Torque | 94 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2750 mm |