1998 Nissan Crew vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Crew. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Crew would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Crew is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Crew (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Crew should accelerate faster than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 115 kg more than 1998 Nissan Crew.
Because 1998 Nissan Crew 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 1998 Nissan Crew. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta, 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 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Crew. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Crew.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Crew | 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Nissan | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Crew | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2634 mm |
