1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 42 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 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 415 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse, 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse 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 | 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Giulietta | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 62 L |
