1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2010 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2010 Nissan Rogue is newer by 38 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Rogue (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 468 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Rogue, 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 Rogue (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Rogue 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 | 2010 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Giulia | Rogue |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4646 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1659 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |
