1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1950 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Fiat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (52 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1950 Fiat 1500 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | Giulietta | 1500 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 35 L |