1973 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 280 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV (182 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (145 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | GTV | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2700 mm |
