1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan 370Z (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 683 kg more than 1954 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, 2012 Nissan 370Z (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | Giulietta | 370Z |
Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1503 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4404 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1316 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 72 L |