1968 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2008 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2008 Nissan Quest is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1615 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Quest is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Quest 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 Quest (328 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm). This means 2008 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. 2008 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA has manual transmission. 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA | 2008 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | GTA | Quest |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 76 L |
