1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2012 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 52 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. (67 HP @ 68 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Spark weights approximately 30 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, 2012 Chevrolet Spark, 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, 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2012 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Giulietta | Spark |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 68 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 35 L |
