1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1961 Fiat 1300
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,961 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 120 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1300. 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, 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1961 Fiat 1300 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | Giulietta | 1300 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1961 cc | 1481 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |