1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2009 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2009 Nissan Altima is newer by 59 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 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Altima weights approximately 554 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 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 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 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Altima, 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, 2009 Nissan Altima (244 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan Altima 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 | 2009 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 1900 | Altima |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1883 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
