1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2000 Ferrari 550
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 39 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 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 421 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (64 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 776 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (597 Nm) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (93 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 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 | 2000 Ferrari 550 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | Giulietta | 550 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 5473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 597 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 74.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2590 mm |