1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1987 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1987 Nissan Patrol is newer by 27 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1119 kg more than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1987 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Patrol 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, 1987 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan Patrol 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 | 1987 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Giulietta | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 957 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2980 mm |
