1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1962 Triumph TR4
To start off, 1962 Triumph TR4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Triumph TR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 100 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Triumph TR4 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
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, 1962 Triumph TR4 (173 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1962 Triumph TR4 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 | 1962 Triumph TR4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
| Model | Giulietta | TR4 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 53 L |
