1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1975 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Laurel (97 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 230 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Nissan Laurel 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 1975 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1975 Nissan Laurel (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1975 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Alfasud | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
