1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1999 Toyota MR-S
To start off, 1999 Toyota MR-S 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota MR-S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota MR-S (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota MR-S should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota MR-S weights approximately 150 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 Toyota MR-S (176 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota MR-S 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 Toyota MR-S | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Giulietta | MR-S |
Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 91.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 48 L |