1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1987 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 1987 Nissan Vanette is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Vanette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (62 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 570 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1987 Nissan Vanette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Nissan Vanette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Nissan Vanette (123 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan Vanette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1987 Nissan Vanette | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | Alfasud | Vanette |
Year Released | 1977 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1185 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 60 HP |
Torque | 88 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2080 mm |