1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2006 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Xterra 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Xterra (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Xterra 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 Xterra (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Xterra 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 Xterra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Giulia | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
