2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 405 more horse power than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 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 257 kg more than 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1.
Because 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 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 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1. 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, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Nissan | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | R 390 GT1 | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2634 mm |
