1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, 2013 Scion tC 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 2,494 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion tC (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (64 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion tC weights approximately 488 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, 2013 Scion tC (235 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Scion tC 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 Scion tC | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Scion |
Model | Giulietta | tC |
Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 98 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1402 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2700 mm |