1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1971 Nissan Cedric is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Cedric (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (64 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 406 kg more than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Cedric (145 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Giulietta | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2700 mm |
