1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (145 HP) has 93 more horse power than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 342 kg more than 1957 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, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 2600 | Giulietta |
Year Released | 1965 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 52 HP |
Torque | 216 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1217 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2400 mm |