1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2000 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2000 Toyota Celica 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Celica (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (64 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Celica weights approximately 696 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 2000 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Celica will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Celica (622 Nm) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (93 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Celica 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 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Giulietta | Celica |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 622 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 87 L |
