1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 2012 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2012 Nissan Navara is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1114 kg more than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Navara 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, 2012 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 2012 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | Sprint | Navara |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1712 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 2032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |