1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2012 Jeep Patriot

To start off, 2012 Jeep Patriot 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 494 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, 2012 Jeep Patriot, 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 Jeep Patriot (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Patriot 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 Jeep Patriot
Make Alfa Romeo Jeep
Model Giulietta Patriot
Year Released 1960 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1290 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 101 HP 172 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 113 Nm 223 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 957 kg 1451 kg
Vehicle Length 4120 mm 4415 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1758 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1664 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2634 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 79 L 51 L


 

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