1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1996 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 1996 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 35 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP) has 426 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 770 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, 1996 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari Maranello 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 | 1996 Ferrari Maranello | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | Giulietta | Maranello |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 478 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 114 L |
