1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2012 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2012 Nissan Juke is newer by 40 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Juke is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Juke weights approximately 301 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 2012 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Juke 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 | 2012 Nissan Juke | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | Giulia | Juke |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1321 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |