1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1996 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 1996 Nissan Terrano is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Terrano (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Terrano will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Nissan Terrano (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1996 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Giulia | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2660 mm |
