2008 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1995 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Serena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Serena would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (97 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 135 kg more than 1995 Nissan Serena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Nissan Serena 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 1995 Nissan Serena. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV, 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1995 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | GTV | Serena |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2740 mm |
