1961 Abarth 600 vs. 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 1961 Abarth 600 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (52 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 280 kg more than 1961 Abarth 600. 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, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 600 | 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 600 | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 52 HP |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
