1968 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 11 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 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 200 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | GTV | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 71 L |
