1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 2002 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2002 Nissan Laurel is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Laurel (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 310 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. 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, 2002 Nissan Laurel (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 2002 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | 1750 | Laurel |
Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |