1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1996 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1996 Nissan Skyline is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 2,569 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Skyline (271 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 510 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Skyline, 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, 1996 Nissan Skyline (368 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 1996 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1996 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Giulia | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
