1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1957 Austin A 95
To start off, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin A 95 (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (64 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin A 95 should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A 95 weights approximately 436 kg more than 1961 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, 1957 Austin A 95 (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1957 Austin A 95 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | Giulietta | A 95 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 72 L |
