1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe vs. 2008 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Sentra is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 1685 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe.
Because 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe 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 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Sentra, 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, 2008 Nissan Sentra (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe | 2008 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Coupe | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |
