1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2013 Audi A6

To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 52 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (64 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 921 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 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Audi A6 (441 Nm) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (93 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 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 2013 Audi A6
Make Alfa Romeo Audi
Model Giulietta A6
Year Released 1961 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1289 cc 2995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line W
Horse Power 64 HP 306 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 93 Nm 441 Nm
Engine Bore Size 74 mm 84.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 89 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 10.3:1
Top Speed 152 km/hour 210 km/hour
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 914 kg 1835 kg
Vehicle Length 3990 mm 4925 mm
Vehicle Width 1570 mm 2086 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1468 mm
Wheelbase Size 2400 mm 2912 mm


 

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