1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1970 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Nissan Cedric (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 210 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Nissan Cedric (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (142 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1970 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1970 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Alfetta | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
