1959 Rover P4 vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 117 kg more than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1959 Rover P4 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 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta, 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, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (340 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (169 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Rover P4 | 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
Make | Rover | Alfa Romeo |
Model | P4 | Giulietta |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1742 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4351 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2634 mm |