1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2010 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2010 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. Both 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 and 2010 Nissan Qashqai are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Qashqai (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 39 kg more than 2010 Nissan Qashqai.
Because 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 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 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Qashqai, 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, 2010 Nissan Qashqai (193 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2010 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | Alfa 6 | Qashqai |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1431 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |