1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2008 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 58 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 431 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 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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, 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (196 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm). This means 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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 | 2008 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 1900 | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1883 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
