1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 49 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster 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, 2007 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, 2007 Toyota Yaris (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Giulietta | Yaris |
Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 60 L |