1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2008 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2008 Nissan Navara is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1022 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Navara 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, 2008 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2008 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Giulia | Navara |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 80 L |
