1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 165 kg more than 1959 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (190 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Giulia | Giulietta |
Year Released | 1974 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 94 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 53 L |