1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1966 Datsun 1000
To start off, 1966 Datsun 1000 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1966 Datsun 1000. (61 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1966 Datsun 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 195 kg more than 1966 Datsun 1000. 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, 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Datsun 1000. (84 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Datsun 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1966 Datsun 1000 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Datsun |
Model | Giulietta | 1000 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 61 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 59 mm |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2290 mm |