1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2011 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2011 Toyota Corolla is newer by 51 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 298 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 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, 2011 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2011 Toyota Corolla (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Corolla 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 | 2011 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Giulietta | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 50 L |
