1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2013 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2013 Nissan GT-R is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan GT-R (538 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 453 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 842 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R 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, 2013 Nissan GT-R (628 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 517 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 2013 Nissan GT-R has automatic transmission and 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Nissan GT-R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2013 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Alfasud | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 538 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 628 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 74 L |
