1999 Nissan Serena vs. 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 1999 Nissan Serena is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Serena (172 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Serena weights approximately 576 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Nissan Serena is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Serena 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, 1999 Nissan Serena (403 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. 1999 Nissan Serena has automatic transmission and 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 has manual transmission. 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Nissan Serena will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Serena | 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
| Make | Nissan | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Serena | 2600 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1330 mm |
