1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1984 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1984 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 25 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 2,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1005 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.
Because 1984 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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, 1984 Mercedes-Benz G (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Mercedes-Benz G 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 | 1984 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Giulietta | G |
Year Released | 1959 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2410 mm |