1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2005 GMC Safari

To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 45 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (101 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 791 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, 2005 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (113 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari 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 2005 GMC Safari
Make Alfa Romeo GMC
Model Giulietta Safari
Year Released 1960 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1290 cc 4294 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 101 HP 190 HP
Torque 113 Nm 339 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 9.2:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 957 kg 1748 kg
Vehicle Length 4120 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 79 L 102 L


 

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