1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Toyota MR2 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 1,802 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota MR2 (138 HP) has 86 more horse power than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 121 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 Toyota MR2 (170 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota MR2 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 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Giulietta | MR2 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 94 Nm | 170 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 48 L |