1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1996 Nissan Primera
To start off, 1996 Nissan Primera is newer by 37 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Primera (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Primera weights approximately 450 kg more than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Primera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Nissan Primera (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1996 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | Giulietta | Primera |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2610 mm |