1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 33 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 2011 Nissan Frontier 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, 2011 Nissan Frontier 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, 2011 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier 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 | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Alfasud | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
