1994 Alfa Romeo RZ vs. 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ weights approximately 560 kg more than 1961 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, 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ | 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | RZ | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
