1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 51 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (64 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Panda weights approximately 39 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, 2012 Fiat Panda, 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, 2012 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2012 Fiat Panda 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. 2012 Fiat Panda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | Giulietta | Panda |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 70.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 953 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 35 L |