1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 46 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. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP) has 491 more horse power than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 weights approximately 223 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, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 543 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 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 | 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Giulietta | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 543 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2730 mm |
