1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 2,487 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 615 kg more than 1980 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier 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 | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Alfasud | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
