1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2006 Ferrari F430

To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 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 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 407 more horse power than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 630 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, 2006 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 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 2006 Ferrari F430
Make Alfa Romeo Ferrari
Model Giulietta F430
Year Released 1960 2006
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1290 cc 4308 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 76 HP 483 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 8500 RPM
Torque 112 Nm 465 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 5250 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.5:1 11.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 166 km/hour 310 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 820 kg 1450 kg
Vehicle Length 3930 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1220 mm
Wheelbase Size 2400 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 95 L


 

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