1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (98 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1978 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, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (143 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Giulietta | 220 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1071 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 64 L |
