1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 (216 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Giulietta | 250 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1961 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 82 L |
