1967 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier

To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 740 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA 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 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier, 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Alfa Romeo GTA 2007 Nissan Frontier
Make Alfa Romeo Nissan
Model GTA Frontier
Year Released 1967 2007
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1290 cc 3954 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 93 HP 262 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 381 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 67.5 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.5:1 10.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 790 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 4090 mm 5230 mm
Vehicle Width 1590 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 3200 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 46 L 80 L


 

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