1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1998 Infiniti QX4
To start off, 1998 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Infiniti QX4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 1998 Infiniti QX4 has automatic transmission and 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Infiniti QX4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1998 Infiniti QX4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Infiniti |
| Model | Giulietta | QX4 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
