2007 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2012 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2012 Nissan Cube is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 100 kg more than 2012 Nissan Cube. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo GT | 2012 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | GT | Cube |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
