2010 Nissan Altima vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Altima weights approximately 287 kg more than 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo. 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, 2010 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo. (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Nissan Altima | 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo | |
| Make | Nissan | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Altima | MiTo |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4844 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |
