1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1968 MG 1100
To start off, 1968 MG 1100 is newer by 9 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 MG 1100 (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 MG 1100 should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 50 kg more than 1968 MG 1100.
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, 1968 MG 1100, 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, 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 MG 1100. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 MG 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1968 MG 1100 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | MG |
Model | Giulietta | 1100 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2380 mm |