1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 1983 Nissan Patrol
To start off, both 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint and 1983 Nissan Patrol were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1161 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Because 1983 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Patrol 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, 1983 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 1983 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | Sprint | Patrol |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2980 mm |