1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2007 Opel GT
To start off, 2007 Opel GT is newer by 47 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel GT (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel GT should accelerate faster than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel GT weights approximately 378 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, 2007 Opel GT (353 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel GT 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 | 2007 Opel GT | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | Giulietta | GT |
Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 229 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 | 957 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 50 L |