1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 471 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1975 Nissan Cedric 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 Cedric. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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 Cedric (143 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Alfasud | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
