1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1966 Datsun 1000
To start off, 1966 Datsun 1000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1966 Datsun 1000. (61 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1966 Datsun 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 345 kg more than 1966 Datsun 1000. 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, 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Datsun 1000. (84 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Datsun 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1966 Datsun 1000 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Datsun |
| Model | Giulia | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 59 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2290 mm |
