1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2010 Nissan Quest

To start off, 2010 Nissan Quest is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Quest weights approximately 208 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Quest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (136 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 2010 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia has manual transmission. 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia 2010 Nissan Quest
Make Alfa Romeo Nissan
Model Giulia Quest
Year Released 1969 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1570 cc 3494 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 94 HP 235 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 136 Nm 325 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1020 kg 1228 kg
Vehicle Length 4170 mm 5190 mm
Vehicle Width 1570 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 3160 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 46 L 76 L


 

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