1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1973 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (125 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Laurel. (98 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 20 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
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 Nissan Laurel (163 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (149 Nm). This means 1973 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1973 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Giulietta | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1355 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
