1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2006 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2006 Nissan Altima is newer by 40 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 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Altima weights approximately 568 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, 2006 Nissan Altima (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Altima 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 | 2006 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | Giulia | Altima |
Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 76 L |