1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2004 GMC Sonoma
To start off, 2004 GMC Sonoma 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 GMC Sonoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Sonoma (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sonoma should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 595 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 2004 GMC Sonoma 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, 2004 GMC Sonoma 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, 2004 GMC Sonoma (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Sonoma 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 GMC Sonoma | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | Giulietta | Sonoma |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 98 L |
