1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2000 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2000 Toyota Echo is newer by 42 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Echo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 71 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Echo weights approximately 100 kg more 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, 2000 Toyota Echo, 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, 2000 Toyota Echo (122 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Echo 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 | 2000 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Giulietta | Echo |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2380 mm |
