1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux 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 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Hilux (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 864 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 2012 Toyota Hilux 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, 2012 Toyota Hilux 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, 2012 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Hilux 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 | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Giulietta | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
