1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2010 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2010 Fiat Albea is newer by 49 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Albea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Albea (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (64 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Albea should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Albea weights approximately 237 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, 2010 Fiat Albea, 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, 2010 Fiat Albea (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Albea 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 | 2010 Fiat Albea | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Giulietta | Albea |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 51 L |
