1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 45 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 2,685 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E (176 HP) has 124 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 955 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz E 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 | 2003 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Giulietta | E |
Year Released | 1958 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 176 HP |
Torque | 94 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2840 mm |