1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2005 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2005 Nissan Maxima is newer by 39 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Maxima (276 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 606 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, 2005 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Maxima 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 | 2005 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Giulia | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 76 L |
