1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2012 Geely CK
To start off, 2012 Geely CK is newer by 53 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), 2012 Geely CK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Geely CK (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Geely CK should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Geely CK weights approximately 165 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, 2012 Geely CK, 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, 2012 Geely CK (110 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Geely CK 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 | 2012 Geely CK | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Geely |
| Model | Giulietta | CK |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |
