1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (403 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Giulia | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 80 L |
