1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1966 Saab 96
To start off, 1966 Saab 96 is newer by 7 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Saab 96 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1966 Saab 96. (63 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1966 Saab 96. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Saab 96 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1959 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 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Saab 96, 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, 1966 Saab 96 (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1966 Saab 96 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 | 1966 Saab 96 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Saab |
Model | Giulietta | 96 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 58.9 mm |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 38 L |