1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2006 GMC Envoy

To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1702 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.

Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy will offer significantly more control. 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 GMC Envoy (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy 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 GMC Envoy
Make Alfa Romeo GMC
Model Giulietta Envoy
Year Released 1960 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1290 cc 5359 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 101 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 113 Nm 447 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 74 mm 96.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 957 kg 2659 kg
Vehicle Length 4120 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 79 L 83 L


 

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