1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2012 Pagani Huayra
To start off, 2012 Pagani Huayra 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Pagani Huayra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Pagani Huayra (700 HP) has 624 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Pagani Huayra should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Pagani Huayra weights approximately 530 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Pagani Huayra (740 Nm) has 628 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm). This means 2012 Pagani Huayra 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 Pagani Huayra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Pagani |
| Model | Giulietta | Huayra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 700 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 740 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 370 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4605 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2036 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1169 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2795 mm |
