1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2008 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Camry weights approximately 435 kg more than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.

Because 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Camry (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Camry 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 Toyota Camry
Make Alfa Romeo Toyota
Model Giulietta Camry
Year Released 1960 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1290 cc 2362 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 101 HP 0 HP
Torque 113 Nm 218 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 74 mm 88.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 96 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 9.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 193 km/hour 207 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 957 kg 1392 kg
Vehicle Length 4120 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 79 L 70 L


 

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