2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 1993 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 4,242 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Terrano II. (124 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 230 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Because 1993 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Terrano II. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 1993 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 8C Competizione | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4242 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |
