1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 54 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (260 HP) has 208 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 1525 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 617 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2012 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2012 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | Giulietta | Savana |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 260 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3429 mm |
