1970 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 13 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. Both 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider and 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta are equipped with a 1,290 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider (103 HP) has 51 more horse power than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 115 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, 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider (138 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Spider | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 52 HP |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2400 mm |
