1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 14 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 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1260 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.
Because 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Giulietta | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 108 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 91 L |
