1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2005 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Accent is newer by 46 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 1,341 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 115 kg more than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
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, 2005 Hyundai Accent, 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 (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (105 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2005 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | Giulietta | Accent |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2450 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 72 L |
