1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1946 Austin 16
To start off, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (125 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Austin 16 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
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, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (149 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm). This means 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1946 Austin 16 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
Model | Giulietta | 16 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1946 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1355 cc | 2200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 146 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 121 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |