1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2002 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2002 Nissan Quest is newer by 24 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 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Quest (165 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Quest weights approximately 930 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Nissan Quest (271 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm). This means 2002 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 2002 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2002 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Alfasud | Quest |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 73 L |
