1976 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2008 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo GT. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 540 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Qashqai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Qashqai will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo GT | 2008 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | GT | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 65 L |
