1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1955 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 1,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 165 kg more than 1955 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1955 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Alfasud | Sports |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 1286 cc | 859 cc |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2160 mm |
