1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1991 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1991 Vauxhall Nova is newer by 32 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 8 more horse power than 1991 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1991 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 135 kg more than 1991 Vauxhall Nova. 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, 1991 Vauxhall Nova, 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, 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1991 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Vauxhall |
| Model | Giulietta | Nova |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2350 mm |
