1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 50 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 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 345 kg more than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
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, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto, 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, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Grande Punto 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 | 2011 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Giulietta | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |
