1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2005 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 44 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 547 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, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am, 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, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am (279 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (114 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Grand Am 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 | 2005 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Pontiac |
Model | Giulietta | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 279 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1402 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 53 L |