1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina vs. 1997 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 1997 Nissan Maxima is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina would be higher. Both 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina and 1997 Nissan Maxima are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 235 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina 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 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Maxima, 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, 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Maxima. (177 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina | 1997 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Berlina | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
