1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1956 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,900 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1969 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. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia (190 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1956 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Giulia | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
