1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1996 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1996 Nissan Patrol is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 658 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75.
Because 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 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 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Patrol, 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1996 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 75 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
