1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1962 Aston Martin DB4
To start off, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1959 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, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1962 Aston Martin DB4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
Model | Giulietta | DB4 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3670 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 86 L |