1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1973 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1973 Nissan Laurel is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,813 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Laurel (85 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 135 kg more than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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, 1973 Nissan Laurel (155 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1973 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Giulietta | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1813 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2630 mm |
