1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1953 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 155 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1100. 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, 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (69 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1953 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Giulia | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 35 L |
