1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2010 Nissan Tiida
To start off, 2010 Nissan Tiida is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Tiida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Tiida (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Tiida should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Tiida weights approximately 390 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2010 Nissan Tiida (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Tiida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2010 Nissan Tiida | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Alfasud | Tiida |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
