1997 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2006 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2006 Nissan Primera is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV (138 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Primera. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Primera weights approximately 173 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2006 Nissan Primera (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV. (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2006 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | GTV | Primera |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
