2002 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 1973 Nissan President
To start off, 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan President would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 (246 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1973 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan President weights approximately 245 kg more than 2002 Alfa Romeo 147.
Because 1973 Nissan President is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 147, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 | 1973 Nissan President | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 147 | President |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
