1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne is newer by 13 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
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, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne 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 | 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | Giulietta | Biscayne |
Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4097 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 87 L |