1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1977 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1977 Nissan Skyline is newer by 16 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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Nissan Skyline (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 405 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.
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, 1977 Nissan Skyline (179 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Nissan Skyline 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 | 1977 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Giulietta | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2620 mm |
