1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 3,491 cc, 2006 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 630 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.
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, 2006 Nissan 350Z (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (142 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan 350Z 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 | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Alfetta | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3491 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 76 L |
