1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1972 Chrysler Sedan
To start off, 1972 Chrysler Sedan 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 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chrysler Sedan (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chrysler Sedan weights approximately 750 kg more than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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, 1972 Chrysler Sedan (490 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 1972 Chrysler Sedan has automatic transmission and 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Chrysler Sedan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1972 Chrysler Sedan | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
Model | Giulietta | Sedan |
Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 5899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2930 mm |