1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1146 kg more than 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (112 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Alfasud | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 3949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
