1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 75 kg more than 1959 Nissan 211. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia (190 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Giulia | 211 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2230 mm |
