1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2011 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2011 Nissan NP300 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2011 Nissan NP300. (131 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan NP300.
Because 2011 Nissan NP300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan NP300 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 NP300 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2011 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Alfa 6 | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
