1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2012 Chevrolet Nubira
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 53 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Nubira (119 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 555 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, 2012 Chevrolet Nubira, 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, 2012 Chevrolet Nubira (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Nubira 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Nubira | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | Giulietta | Nubira |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |