1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1963 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Steyr 500D would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 590 kg more than 1963 Steyr 500D. 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, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (144 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1963 Steyr 500D | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Steyr |
Model | Giulietta | 500D |
Year Released | 1977 | 1963 |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1850 mm |