1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1971 Subaru R-2
To start off, 1971 Subaru R-2 is newer by 12 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, 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (52 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1971 Subaru R-2. (27 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1971 Subaru R-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 415 kg more than 1971 Subaru R-2. 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, 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Subaru R-2. (40 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Subaru R-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1971 Subaru R-2 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | Giulietta | R-2 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 1930 mm |
