1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 48 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 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP) has 184 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 480 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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner, 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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner 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 | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Giulietta | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 236 HP |
Torque | 94 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2800 mm |