1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1957 Opel Record
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 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Opel Record would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Opel Record is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (64 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1957 Opel Record. (44 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1957 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 19 kg more than 1957 Opel Record. 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 Opel Record (98 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Opel Record 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 Opel Record | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | Giulietta | Record |
Year Released | 1961 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 6.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 40 L |