1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2008 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Maxima is newer by 30 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 3,506 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Maxima (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 6 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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, 2008 Nissan Maxima, 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, 2008 Nissan Maxima (342 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (143 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Maxima 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 | 2008 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | Giulietta | Maxima |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1071 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 76 L |