1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1988 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 1988 Pontiac Fiero is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Fiero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Fiero (143 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Fiero should accelerate faster than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Fiero weights approximately 293 kg more than 1960 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, 1988 Pontiac Fiero (220 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (113 Nm). This means 1988 Pontiac Fiero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1988 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Pontiac |
| Model | Giulietta | Fiero |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 957 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2380 mm |
