1972 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 160 kg more than 1961 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, 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider (121 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Spider | Giulietta |
Year Released | 1972 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 112 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2390 mm |