1974 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1995 Nissan Serena

To start off, 1995 Nissan Serena is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 2,283 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo GT (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (74 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 530 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT.

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, 1995 Nissan Serena (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT.

Compare all specifications:

1974 Alfa Romeo GT 1995 Nissan Serena
Make Alfa Romeo Nissan
Model GT Serena
Year Released 1974 1995
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1290 cc 2283 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 87 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4300 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 980 kg 1510 kg
Vehicle Length 4090 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1590 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 2160 mm 2740 mm


 

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