1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1998 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1998 Nissan Silvia is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Silvia (250 HP) has 169 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Nissan Silvia (271 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 Nm). This means 1998 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1998 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Giulia | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
