1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 2,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Terrano (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 730 kg more than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 2005 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 1900 | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1884 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
