1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 53 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 3,991 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 1067 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 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (113 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 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 | 2013 Audi A8 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | Giulietta | A8 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 367 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 445 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 957 kg | 2024 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5267 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2111 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3122 mm |