1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2006 Alpina B5
To start off, 2006 Alpina B5 is newer by 46 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B5 (492 HP) has 440 more horse power than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
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, 2006 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 606 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2006 Alpina B5 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. 2006 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2006 Alpina B5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alpina |
| Model | Giulietta | B5 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 492 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |
