1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1982 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 1982 Nissan Prairie is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Prairie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Prairie. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 11 kg more than 1982 Nissan Prairie. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Prairie, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Nissan Prairie (150 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (143 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Prairie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1982 Nissan Prairie | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | Giulietta | Prairie |
Year Released | 1978 | 1982 |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1809 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1071 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |