1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO is newer by 5 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 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP) has 244 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO weights approximately 40 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, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO 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 | 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | Giulietta | 250 GTO |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 133 L |
