1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2004 Fiat Idea
To start off, 2004 Fiat Idea is newer by 45 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Idea (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Idea weights approximately 275 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, 2004 Fiat Idea, 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, 2004 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Idea 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 | 2004 Fiat Idea | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Giulietta | Idea |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
