1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2011 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2011 Nissan Versa 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 1,961 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Versa weights approximately 171 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1980 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 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Versa, 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, 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2011 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Giulietta | Versa |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1961 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
