1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2009 Audi A5
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 49 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 27 kg more than 2009 Audi A5.
Because 2009 Audi A5 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, 2009 Audi A5 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, 2009 Audi A5 (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 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 | 2009 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Giulietta | A5 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 957 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 64 L |
