1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville

To start off, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 40 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 579 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 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville (312 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (114 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 2001 Pontiac Bonneville
Make Alfa Romeo Pontiac
Model Giulietta Bonneville
Year Released 1961 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1290 cc 3800 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 100 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 114 Nm 312 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 855 kg 1434 kg
Vehicle Length 3930 mm 5150 mm
Vehicle Width 1550 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1230 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2860 mm