2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (162 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 18 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT.
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, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GT | 2012 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | GT | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
