1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 48 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 643 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (271 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 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 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Giulietta | E |
Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 957 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 65 L |