1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1986 Fiat Croma
To start off, 1986 Fiat Croma is newer by 27 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Croma (154 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Fiat Croma weights approximately 360 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 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Croma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Fiat Croma (235 Nm @ 2350 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Croma 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 | 1986 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | Giulietta | Croma |
Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2350 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2550 mm |