1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1985 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1985 Nissan Stanza is newer by 22 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Stanza. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 240 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Stanza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (133 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Stanza. (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1985 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Giulia | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2480 mm |
