1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2009 Saturn Aura
To start off, 2009 Saturn Aura is newer by 50 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 2,382 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Aura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Aura (167 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Aura weights approximately 454 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, 2009 Saturn Aura, 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, 2009 Saturn Aura (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Aura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2009 Saturn Aura has automatic transmission and 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Saturn Aura will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2009 Saturn Aura | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Saturn |
| Model | Giulietta | Aura |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2382 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 61 L |
