1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut vs. 1991 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Terrano would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Terrano. (146 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Terrano.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1991 Nissan Terrano (244 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut | 1991 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Sportut | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
