1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 48 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 4,735 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP) has 368 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 | 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
Model | Giulietta | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4735 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 420 HP |
Torque | 94 Nm | 469 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 80 L |