1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1953 Ford Popular
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (81 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1953 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 495 kg more than 1953 Ford Popular. 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1953 Ford Popular | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Giulietta | Popular |
Year Released | 1983 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2300 mm |