1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2006 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Xterra is newer by 47 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Xterra (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 665 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 2006 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra 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, 2006 Nissan Xterra (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Xterra 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 | 2006 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Giulietta | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
