1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1966 Datsun 1000
To start off, 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Datsun 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Datsun 1000 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1966 Datsun 1000. (61 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1966 Datsun 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 423 kg more than 1966 Datsun 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Datsun 1000. (84 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Datsun 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1966 Datsun 1000 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Datsun |
| Model | Giulia | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 59 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2290 mm |
