1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1993 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1993 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Terrano II (124 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (84 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 854 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 1993 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1993 Nissan Terrano II (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Terrano II 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 | 1993 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | Alfasud | Terrano II |
Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |