1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman 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 3,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 338 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman 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 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | Giulietta | Cayman |
Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 282 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 957 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4347 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2415 mm |