1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2009 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol is newer by 35 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 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1365 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.
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, 2009 Nissan Patrol (426 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (156 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol 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 | 2009 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | Giulia | Patrol |
Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1569 cc | 4759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 135 L |