1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1994 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 1994 Hyundai Pony is newer by 33 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), 1994 Hyundai Pony is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Hyundai Pony (87 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Hyundai Pony weights approximately 135 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, 1994 Hyundai Pony, 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, 1994 Hyundai Pony (130 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1994 Hyundai Pony 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 | 1994 Hyundai Pony | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | Giulietta | Pony |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3050 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
