2009 Acura TL vs. 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Acura TL (254 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2009 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TL | 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | TL | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 71 L |
