1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1972 Nissan Cherry is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 275 kg more than 1972 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1972 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Giulia | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2340 mm |
