1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1995 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 34 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 2,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercedes-Benz S (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1070 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, 1995 Mercedes-Benz S (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Mercedes-Benz S 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 | 1995 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Giulietta | S |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
