2008 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2008 Nissan Micra
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV and 2008 Nissan Micra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 150 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 524 kg more than 2008 Nissan Micra. 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2008 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | GTV | Micra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 46 L |
