1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti M weights approximately 747 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2011 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2011 Infiniti M | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Infiniti |
Model | Giulietta | M |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1961 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1827 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2901 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |