1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2007 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Sentra is newer by 29 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Sentra (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
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, 2007 Nissan Sentra, 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, 2007 Nissan Sentra (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Sentra 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 | 2007 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | Giulietta | Sentra |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1357 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |