1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1972 Datsun 240Z
To start off, 1972 Datsun 240Z is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Datsun 240Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Datsun 240Z (151 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Datsun 240Z should accelerate faster than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Datsun 240Z weights approximately 248 kg more than 1955 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, 1972 Datsun 240Z (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 Datsun 240Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1972 Datsun 240Z | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Datsun |
| Model | Giulietta | 240Z |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2300 mm |
