1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2009 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 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 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 407 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 775 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.
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 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2009 Ferrari F430 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. 2009 Ferrari F430 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2009 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | Giulietta | F430 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 4308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 483 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 311 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 95 L |
