1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1973 Triumph 1500
To start off, 1973 Triumph 1500 is newer by 12 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Triumph 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1973 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph 1500 weights approximately 145 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, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1973 Triumph 1500 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
Model | Giulietta | 1500 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 63 L |