1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1959 Fiat 1200
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 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 110 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. 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 (136 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1959 Fiat 1200 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | Giulia | 1200 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 38 L |