1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina vs. 2007 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Sentra is newer by 37 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. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina.
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, 2007 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, 2007 Nissan Sentra (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina | 2007 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Berlina | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |
