1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1949 Ferrari 125 F1
To start off, 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Ferrari 125 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 would be higher. At 1,500 cc (12 cylinders), 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 (227 HP) has 146 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 338 kg more than 1949 Ferrari 125 F1.
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.
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1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | Giulia | 125 F1 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 227 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2170 mm |