1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2008 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2008 Toyota iQ 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Toyota iQ. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota iQ weights approximately 20 kg more 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, 2008 Toyota iQ, 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, 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota iQ. (98 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2008 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Giulietta | iQ |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 32 L |
