1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 1995 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1995 Nissan Serena is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 (127 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (97 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 347 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 (182 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 1995 Nissan Serena | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | 2000 | Serena |
Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2740 mm |