1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2012 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2012 Fiat Strada 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Strada.
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 Fiat Strada, 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, 2012 Fiat Strada (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Strada 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 | 2012 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Giulietta | Strada |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2718 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 58 L |
