1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1970 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Skyline. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 55 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1970 Nissan Skyline 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 1970 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1970 Nissan Skyline (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1970 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Alfasud | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2500 mm |
