1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1997 Nissan 400 R
To start off, 1997 Nissan 400 R is newer by 31 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 2,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan 400 R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan 400 R (400 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan 400 R weights approximately 578 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Nissan 400 R (471 Nm) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm). This means 1997 Nissan 400 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1997 Nissan 400 R | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Giulia | 400 R |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 471 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2720 mm |
