1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1955 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 1,350 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 140 kg more than 1955 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1955 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Alfasud | Sports |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 1350 cc | 859 cc |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2160 mm |
