1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1966 Maserati Mexico
To start off, 1966 Maserati Mexico 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 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Maserati Mexico is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Maserati Mexico (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (64 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Maserati Mexico should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Maserati Mexico weights approximately 536 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 Maserati Mexico (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Maserati Mexico 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 Maserati Mexico | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Maserati |
| Model | Giulietta | Mexico |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2650 mm |
