1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1999 BMW 320
To start off, 1999 BMW 320 is newer by 41 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 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 320 (134 HP) has 82 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 320 weights approximately 495 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, 1999 BMW 320 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 320 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 | 1999 BMW 320 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Giulietta | 320 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 134 HP |
Torque | 94 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2730 mm |