1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1948 Fiat 500
To start off, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Fiat 500 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1948 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Giulia | 500 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 52 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 67 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2010 mm |
