1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2009 GMC Canyon

To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Canyon (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Canyon weights approximately 773 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 2009 GMC Canyon 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 GMC Canyon 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 GMC Canyon (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Canyon 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 GMC Canyon
Make Alfa Romeo GMC
Model Giulietta Canyon
Year Released 1960 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1290 cc 2901 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 101 HP 186 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 113 Nm 258 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 10.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 957 kg 1730 kg
Vehicle Length 4120 mm 5270 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 3210 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 79 L 72 L


 

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