1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1999 Alpina B3
To start off, 1999 Alpina B3 is newer by 38 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alpina B3 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (64 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B3 weights approximately 786 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, 1999 Alpina B3 (455 Nm) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (93 Nm). This means 1999 Alpina B3 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 | 1999 Alpina B3 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alpina |
Model | Giulietta | B3 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 455 Nm |
Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 265 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 70 L |