1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2012 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2012 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 51 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti QX56 (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (64 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 1624 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, 2012 Infiniti QX56 (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2012 Infiniti QX56 has automatic transmission and 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti QX56 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2012 Infiniti QX56 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Infiniti |
Model | Giulietta | QX56 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 559 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 2538 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5291 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3076 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 98 L |