1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1992 BMW 332
To start off, 1992 BMW 332 is newer by 31 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (64 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 332 weights approximately 526 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 332 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 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 | 1992 BMW 332 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Giulietta | 332 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 65 L |
