1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (217 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 828 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (305 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2005 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
| Model | Giulietta | Korando |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 957 kg | 1785 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 72 L |
