1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 50 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1025 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 2008 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando 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 | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
Model | Giulietta | Korando |
Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 70 L |