1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 46 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 3,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 945 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, 2005 Nissan Quest, 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, 2005 Nissan Quest (314 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2005 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Giulietta | Quest |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 76 L |
