1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1978 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1978 Nissan Laurel is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Laurel. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 170 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Nissan Laurel (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1978 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | Giulia | Laurel |
Year Released | 1963 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1569 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2680 mm |