1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 478 kg more than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 1900 | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1884 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
