1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1983 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 1983 Nissan Prairie is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (163 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Prairie weights approximately 345 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Prairie, 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, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Prairie. (122 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1983 Nissan Prairie | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | Giulia | Prairie |
Year Released | 1966 | 1983 |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |