1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1957 Aston Martin DB2
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Aston Martin DB2 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (81 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 55 kg more than 1957 Aston Martin DB2.
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, 1957 Aston Martin DB2 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1957 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1957 Aston Martin DB2 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
Model | Giulietta | DB2 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 86 L |