1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1953 Aston Martin DB3
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (170 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 200 kg more than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. 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, 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (283 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1953 Aston Martin DB3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
| Model | Giulietta | DB3 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
