1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 1986 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 1986 Nissan Leopard is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Leopard. (98 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Leopard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Leopard weights approximately 25 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750.
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, 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Leopard. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Leopard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 1986 Nissan Leopard | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 1750 | Leopard |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
