1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica is newer by 43 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 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica (534 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 434 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
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, 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica 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 | 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | Giulietta | 575 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 5748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 534 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 105 L |
