1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1969 Alpine A
To start off, 1969 Alpine A is newer by 10 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 1,565 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Alpine A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alpine A (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alpine A 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 90 kg more than 1969 Alpine A.
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 | 1969 Alpine A | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alpine |
| Model | Giulietta | A |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |
