1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris is newer by 47 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Yaris (104 HP) has 52 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Yaris 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.
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, 2005 Toyota Yaris, 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, 2005 Toyota Yaris (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Yaris 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 | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Giulietta | Yaris |
Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 104 HP |
Torque | 94 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2380 mm |