1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2012 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Altima is newer by 32 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Altima weights approximately 362 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.
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, 2012 Nissan Altima, 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, 2012 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2012 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Giulietta | Altima |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1961 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
