1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1970 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (125 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Skyline. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 10 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Skyline. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1970 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Alfetta | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2650 mm |
